Operations Manager

Work Your Magic with usReady to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans – so do we Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.As a vibrant science and technology company, we believe in science as a force for good. We make a positive difference in millions of people´s lives every day. Our passion for science and technology is what drives our more than 64,000 employees across 66 countries to find solutions to some of today's toughest challenges and create more sustainable ways to live.Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Operations Manager for Accounting, Controls, and Analysis Team (AP). We require a strategic candidate who can address the current backlog and lead the clean-up effort to achieve streamlined operations and longterm efficiency.Candidate will have in-depth knowledge of Accounts Payable, Purchase Order systems, Vendor Master Data management, T&E processes, and ERP functionalities.This role requires exceptional leadership skills, operational expertise, and a problem solving mindset to ensure seamless coordination and issue resolution across financial and technical processes.Key Responsibilities:People:• Build, lead, and sustain high-performing teams through coaching, succession planning, performance management, and capability development.• Establish a strong accountability and performance culture by setting clear goals, conducting regular performance reviews, and enabling continuous learning and development.• Foster a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages cross-functional partnership and effective stakeholder engagement.• Act as a senior escalation point for people and performance-related matters, ensuring timely resolution and consistent leadership decision-making.Process:• Ensure robust governance and control over third-party and balance sheet account reconciliations, including GR/IR, Direct Debit, Debit Balance, and SL/GL, with clear ownership and timely resolution of discrepancies.• Accountable for the timely and accurate delivery of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, in alignment with accounting policies, internal controls, and corporate close calendars. • Define and oversee the strategy for resolving complex invoice and transaction issues, including parked and blocked invoices, unclear 3P accounts, vendor master discrepancies, and T&E exceptions.• Partner closely with Finance and Accounting leadership to ensure operational processes fully support financial reporting accuracy, balance sheet integrity, and close efficiency.• Ensure operational readiness for internal and external audits by overseeing the timely and accurate submission of audit requests, schedules, and supporting documentation, and by proactively addressing audit findings.• Identify operational risks, control gaps, and recurring issues through root cause analysis, implementing sustainable corrective and preventive actions.• Define, monitor, and govern KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics to drive continuous improvement and service excellence.Technology:• Provide strategic oversight of systems and tools supporting P2P operations, ensuring technology enables efficient and compliant processes.• Partner with IT and system owners to prioritize enhancements, automation opportunities, and system improvements that reduce manual effort and improve accuracy.• Leverage data, reporting, and analytics to identify trends, improve operational visibility, and support informed decision-making.• Ensure consistent and effective use of enterprise systems across teams through governance, standardization, and user enablement.• Support system-related initiatives that enhance scalability, control, and operational resilience.Who You Are:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA or CMA is preferredMinimum of ~10 years of experience in accounting operations, with at least >5 years in a managerial role.Strong knowledge of reconciliation processes, accounts payable, and financial controls.Proven experience in managing and leading a team.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.Knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance in the accounting field.Additional Information:This position may require occasional travel.Work is primarily performed in a hybrid setup.Flexible working hours may be necessary to accommodate global operations and time zone differences.