AP​/AR Team Leader

Within Yanmar Europe, the Finance and Accounting team plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial processing, strong internal controls, and reliable reporting. The Accounts Payable function directly supports efficient cash management, regulatory compliance, and strong supplier relationships across the organisation.

As our AP/AR Team Leader, you are responsible for leading both the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams while driving the finance transformation agenda across Yanmar Europe and related entities. You ensure the efficient execution of daily finance operations while improving processes, systems, controls, data quality, and ways of working. In close collaboration with the Finance & Accounting Manager, the CFO, and key stakeholders, you help build a more standardised, compliant, and data‑driven finance organisation that supports business growth and operational excellence.

• Finance Transformation & Continuous Improvement
  • Lead finance transformation initiatives across processes, systems, controls, and data
  • Drive standardisation, automation, and continuous improvement of finance operations
  • Monitor project progress, KPIs, and change adoption across the organisation
• AP/AR Leadership
  • Lead and develop the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams
  • Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant execution of all AP and AR processes
  • Monitor DSO, DPO, and month‑end closing activities
• Banking, Payments & Working Capital
  • Oversee payment processes, collections, bank reconciliations, and cash management activities
  • Support working capital optimisation and cash flow forecasting
  • Improve banking processes, controls, and systems
• Project & Change Management
  • Lead finance‑related projects, system implementations, and process improvements
  • Coordinate cross‑functional stakeholders and ensure successful project delivery
  • Drive sustainable change and user adoption across the finance organisation
• People Leadership & Development
  • Coach, develop, and motivate the AP/AR team
  • Manage performance, training, and succession planning
  • Ensure clear processes, work instructions, and knowledge sharing
• Stakeholder Management
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Partner with business functions and Yanmar entities to improve finance performance
  • Promote collaboration and best‑practice sharing across the team

The ideal AP/AR Team Leader is an experienced finance professional with strong leadership capabilities and a passion for process improvement and transformation. You combine operational finance expertise with project management and change management skills, enabling you to drive both daily performance and long‑term improvements. You are analytical, proactive, and able to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. With a hands‑on mindset and strong people management skills, you inspire teams, improve processes, and create sustainable business value through finance excellence.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred
• 10+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and general accounting
• Proven track record of at least 5 years in leading and developing teams
• In‑depth knowledge of ERP systems (Exact Globe, SAP S4
  
  HANA) and other financial technologies
• Proficiency in AR / AP software
• Proven experience with process improvement and automation within AP, AR and GL
• Extensive experience in finance & accounting transformation
• Proven ability to lead and manage organisational change initiatives
• Strong project management skills with demonstrable experience in leading and delivering large‑scale finance & accounting transformation projects
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans aligned with organisational goals
• Excellent organisational skills and time management
• Excellent leadership, communication (written and verbal), and stakeholder management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Fluency in Dutch and English; other European languages are a plus

This position is based in Almere, the Netherlands. Hybrid working is possible.

You will join an international finance organisation where your expertise directly contributes to accurate financial processing, strong internal controls, and effective stakeholder collaboration. You will work in a professional and supportive environment with room for ownership, development, and continuous improvement.

• A competitive salary that reflects your knowledge and experience
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home
• A standard working week of 37.5 hours
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Gym subscription and bike plan
• Employee benefits plan with discounts on various products and services
• Participation in company outings, sports activities, and events
• Commuting allowance
• 27 vacation days (plus the ability to build up time)
• 8% holiday allowance and year‑end bonus based on company results