Lead - Source to Pay (S2P)

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Corporate

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company’s award-winning success.

• Enrich your managerial and organizational talents – from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy

• Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development

• Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader

About the Role

This team leader position is responsible for the daily operation of the Accounts Payable invoice processing team.  As a leader is responsible for people management and is a subject matter expert of the Accounts Payable invoice processing subfunction. 

What You Will Do

• Work with global teams geographically and across all Harman businesses

• Perform daily tasks fully independently and in accordance with written instructions

• Process incoming direct and indirect invoices

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for issue resolution – Vendor Master Data / Disbursement / Logistics / Procurement

• Initiate supplier data changes, validate bank account changes

• Escalate problematic invoices to the appropriate level to pursue resolution

• Ensure the proper tax codes are selected at the time of accounting (TDS / GST / VAT / SUT)

• Comply with Harman policies, internal and external audit requirements

• Collect Customs Declaration Slips from Supply Chain Department for cross border payment (if required by local regulations)

• Track automated (ERS) postings (where applicable) and do corrections if necessary

  • Communicate with external suppliers in case of any incoming inquiries (e-mail, phone)

  • Handle Supplier balance confirmations

  • Handle and coordinate urgent payments with Disbursement team

  • Handle payment notifications

• Complete month-end closing tasks independently in a timely manner

• Collaborate with the line manager to fulfill external and internal audit requests

• Preparation of BRS and follow-up pending items for closure

• Complete ad-hoc duties as assigned by the line manager

• Collaborate within the entire Accounts Payable function and with the line manager

• Provide back-up for selected team member(s) as appointed by the line manager

• Prepare / update process documentation and process mapping

• Contribute to continuous improvement in the process by providing timely feedback

• Participate in all new system initiative testing activities and provide relevant results

• Create/oversee weekly automatic payment run (BCM)

• Create manual payments and non-AP related payments in the bank portal – Non BCM

• Prepare Forecast/cash flow details to Treasury

• Collaborate with AP accountants, Treasury, banks, Supplier Care team 

• Timely completion of all organization driven mandatory programs like compliance training, prepare forecast/cash flow details to Treasury / Business Units  

• Process bank-related business registration changes (if required by local regulations)  

• Maintain information on foreign exchange receipts and payments at the Foreign Exchange Bureau (if required by local regulations)  

• Collaborate in the formation of global standards for Supplier Care activities and ensure task execution according to those standards 

•  Support new projects from Supplier Care perspective and validate test results 

• Collaborate in developing and analyzing Supplier Care KPIs and metrics that will assist with evaluating the effectiveness and performance of the SC function  

• Provide Supplier Care KPIs and metrics regularly  

• Coordinate teamwork and organize daily tasks  

• This role reports into the Manager, Accounts Payable position and has 7-10 direct reports

What You Need to Be Successful

• Years of experience:  8+ years 

• 1+ years of experience in people management 

• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both written and verbal 

• Strong Fundamental Accounting experience, specifically with regards to Accounts Payable, Disbursement and Compliance  

• Good knowledge of SAP FICO. S4 hands-on is a plus  

• Openness to learn new systems / processes and apply knowledge in everyday work 

• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (especially Excel / PowerPoint) required 

• Outstanding organizational, team handling and escalation management skills 

• Willingness to work in flexible timings and meet strict deadlines 

• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to work in a high-paced and high-volume environment 

• Attention to detail, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to effectively work in a team in a matrix environment 

Bonus Points if You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance / Commerce combined with relevant experience

• A proven track record in team management is a distinct advantage 

• Certified Public Accountant qualification is a plus 

• Proactive, goal-oriented decision making 

• Ability to effectively work across functional boundaries to bring tasks to successful conclusion 

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel internationally occasionally if required

• Be willing to work in an office.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location

• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)

• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

• Competitive wellness benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria (where available)

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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