Vice President, Global Head of Accounts Payable

Endurance

Global Head of Accounts Payable overseeing Procure-to-Pay processes across regions. Driving operational excellence and financial controls at Sompo.

Posted 6/27/2026full-timeLondon • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $165,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and lead the global end-to-end Accounts Payable and Procure-to-Pay process
Oversee invoice processing, approval workflows, and payment execution across regions
Drive standardization of AP processes, policies, and controls across markets
Improve cycle times, reduce manual effort, and enhance operational efficiency
Partner with Treasury and Finance to support cash flow optimization and payment strategies
Ensure accurate reporting, including AP aging, accruals, and payment forecasting
Maintain a strong control environment and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements
Lead automation and technology initiatives in partnership with Finance Technology and IT
Build and develop a high-performing global team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in accounts payable or finance operations, including leadership roles
Strong expertise in Procure-to-Pay processes, controls, and payment operations
Experience operating in global, multi-entity environments with complex vendor structures
Proven track record of driving process improvement, automation, and standardization
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on operational performance
Experience working with ERP systems, workflow tools, and financial reporting platforms
Ability to influence and partner effectively with senior stakeholders across Finance and the business
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health & Wellness Benefits
Retirement & Savings Plans
Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits
Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution
Pharmacy benefits with mail order options
Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children
Vision benefits
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children
Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions
Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays
Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program
Tax-Free Commuter Benefit

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Hard Skills & Tools

Accounts PayableProcure-to-Payinvoice processingpayment executionprocess improvementautomationfinancial reportinganalytical skillsproblem-solvingcontrols

Soft Skills

leadershipaccountabilitycontinuous improvementinfluencepartnershipcommunicationoperational performance