Global Accounts Payable Manager

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We are using and creating technology to transform operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive.

We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don't believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era.

We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don't stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there's definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea.

We employ people who share our core values. We expect our people to be courageous, trustworthy, and conscientious, driven by a desire to do the right thing. We strive for excellence, work collaboratively, and are genuinely excited by our work.

We offer opportunities for our people to develop beyond their role and span a multitude of disciplines. These are open to all, regardless of background and experience level. Working with us means being part of a team that is harnessing technology and creativity to disrupt a traditional industry.

We are not your average workplace.

Ocean Infinity is seeking an experienced and driven Global Accounts Payable Manager to lead and continuously enhance the Group's end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) function across a global, multi-entity organisation.

This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring a high-performing, well-controlled and scalable Accounts Payable function that supports the Group's financial operations. Working closely with Procurement, Treasury, Finance and operational teams, you will be responsible for strengthening governance, improving processes and delivering an outstanding service to suppliers and internal stakeholders.

It is an opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact, drive transformation and build a best-in-class global Procure-to-Pay function that supports Ocean Infinity's continued growth.

What you will do:

• Own and continuously improve the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay process across the Group
• Ensure compliance with the Group's No PO, No Pay policy and promote strong purchasing governance
• Drive high standards in Purchase Order creation, approvals, coding, tax treatment and purchasing compliance
• Ensure supplier invoices are accurately matched to Purchase Orders and receipts, resolving exceptions promptly
• Monitor and improve key P2P metrics including PO compliance, three-way matching, GRNI, unmatched invoices, approval times and aged Purchase Orders
• Partner with Procurement and business stakeholders to improve purchasing behaviours and strengthen controls
• Lead the day-to-day operation of the global Accounts Payable function across multiple legal entities
• Manage the outsourced Accounts Payable provider, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs and service levels
• Ensure supplier invoices are processed accurately, efficiently and in accordance with Group policies
• Oversee supplier reconciliations, query resolution and month-end Accounts Payable activities
• Own the Group supplier payment process, ensuring payments are accurate, appropriately authorised and aligned with agreed payment terms and cashflow requirements
• Work closely with Treasury and Finance to prioritise payments based on business needs, supplier risk and cash availability
• Coordinate payment runs and manage urgent or exception payments through the appropriate approval process
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Finance, Procurement and Operations, ensuring payment priorities are understood and managed effectively
• Maintain a robust financial control environment across the Procure-to-Pay process
• Support internal and external audits and ensure appropriate documentation and audit trails are maintained
• Identify opportunities to automate, simplify and standardise Accounts Payable processes across the Group
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures and best practice guidance
• Use data and KPIs to identify inefficiencies and drive operational excellence
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and accountability across the Accounts Payable function