Director of Global Payment Operations

Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking a Director of Global Payment Operations to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting base salary of $170,000 to $210,000 per year.

• Provide leadership for the global accounts payable function, including oversight of invoice review, vendor records, payment activity, and related settlements.
• Guide the development of control practices that support accounting rules and company policies while ensuring strong audit readiness.
• Serve as the main contact for internal audit teams and external auditors regarding accounts payable controls and documentation.
• Support financial close activities each month and quarter by ensuring accurate reconciliations and timely information flow.
• Ensure consistent use of accounts payable policies and procedures across all business locations.

• Strong understanding of accounts payable operations, control frameworks, and compliance activities within a public company setting.
• Ability to lead high volume processing teams across regions while upholding accuracy and service expectations.
• Skill in identifying process gaps and resolving issues that affect accuracy, efficiency, or compliance.
• Experience tracking performance measures such as cycle time, accuracy, and exception trends.
• Ability to work closely with many functions, including procurement, treasury, tax, legal, and finance.

• Experience owning systems used for accounts payable, including ERP tools and automation platforms.
• Strong background leading system upgrades, workflow improvements, and integration projects.
• Prior work supporting vendor onboarding, contract review, and purchase-to-pay controls.
• Ability to guide payment planning in partnership with treasury to support cash needs and risk management.
• 6+ years of leadership experience in global accounts payable or payment operations within a complex environment.