Senior Manager, Global Accounts Payable

Department: Corporate Accounting
Reports To: Director, Corporate Accounting
Location: Gdańsk, Poland (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

At ForeFlight, a Boeing Company, we are committed to delivering innovative aviation software and services that empower pilots, operators, and aviation organizations worldwide. As our business continues to grow globally, we are strengthening our finance operations to support scale, compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking an experienced and transformational Senior Manager, Global Accounts Payable to lead our global procure-to-pay (P2P) and accounts payable operations. This role will oversee end-to-end AP processes across multiple international entities and serve as a key leader in driving process standardization, automation, internal controls, and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in global AP operations, process transformation, ERP systems, and team leadership. You will partner closely with Accounting, Procurement, Treasury, Tax, Internal Controls, and business stakeholders worldwide to build a best-in-class AP organization that supports a growing global enterprise.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys solving complex operational challenges, leveraging technology, and developing high-performing teams in a dynamic international environment.

What You'll Own

Global Accounts Payable Operations

• Lead end-to-end accounts payable operations across multiple legal entities and international locations.


• Oversee vendor onboarding, invoice processing, payment execution, supplier account reconciliation, and month-end close activities.


• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments while maintaining strong internal controls.


• Drive consistency and standardization across global AP processes, policies, and procedures.


• Partner with Treasury to optimize payment timing, cash management, and working capital objectives.


• Maintain vendor master data integrity, including tax documentation, banking validation, and supplier compliance requirements.


• Manage exception resolution processes, including invoice discrepancies, duplicate payments, and supplier inquiries.


• Establish and monitor AP performance metrics and service-level agreements (SLAs).


• Develop reporting and dashboards to provide visibility into AP operations, productivity, and key performance indicators.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Lead the global AP automation and transformation roadmap.


• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through workflow automation, intelligent invoice processing, and digital supplier enablement.


• Partner with Finance Systems teams to optimize ERP functionality, integrations, and reporting capabilities.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce manual effort, improve data quality, and enhance user experience.


• Promote adoption of purchase order controls and three-way matching processes in partnership with Procurement and business stakeholders.


• Support implementation and enhancement of AP technologies and supplier management platforms.


• Standardize coding structures, approval workflows, and accrual methodologies across the organization.

Compliance, Controls & Risk Management

• Ensure AP operations comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and accounting standards.


• Design and maintain effective internal controls supporting financial reporting and operational compliance.


• Oversee vendor master governance, payment authorization controls, segregation of duties, and fraud prevention activities.


• Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, walkthroughs, testing, and remediation activities.


• Partner with Internal Controls and Finance leadership to strengthen the control environment and address process gaps.


• Maintain process documentation, control narratives, and operating procedures.

Tax & Global Regulatory Compliance

• Partner with Tax teams to ensure appropriate handling of vendor tax documentation and reporting requirements.


• Support annual information reporting obligations and withholding requirements where applicable.


• Collaborate with regional finance teams on VAT, GST, and indirect tax considerations related to accounts payable transactions.


• Monitor regulatory developments affecting AP operations and implement process changes as required.


• Support evolving e-invoicing and electronic reporting requirements across global jurisdictions.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary escalation point for strategic suppliers and critical payment matters.


• Build strong relationships with Procurement, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and operational leaders.


• Support supplier onboarding, risk management, and dispute resolution processes.


• Partner with Procurement to improve PO compliance, supplier experience, and contract operationalization.


• Ensure AP services are delivered with a strong customer-service mindset while maintaining appropriate controls.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a global team of AP professionals.


• Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and development plans.


• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and customer service.


• Build organizational capability through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and talent development.


• Support workforce planning and hiring as business needs evolve.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Partner with Corporate Accounting to ensure accurate accruals, reconciliations, and close activities.


• Collaborate with Treasury on payment execution, cash forecasting, and banking initiatives.


• Support FP&A through timely spend visibility and accrual reporting.


• Work closely with Procurement to improve purchasing compliance and supplier management processes.


• Partner with Finance Systems teams on ERP enhancements and automation initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.


• 10+ years of progressive Accounts Payable and Procure-to-Pay experience.


• 3+ years of people leadership experience managing teams in a multi-entity, international environment.


• Strong knowledge of AP processes, controls, financial close activities, and vendor management.


• Experience with large-scale ERP platforms and AP automation solutions.


• Demonstrated success leading process improvement, transformation, or automation initiatives.


• Strong understanding of internal controls, compliance requirements, and audit support.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.


• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive change across functions and geographies.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification.


• Experience within a global technology, software, aerospace, aviation, or engineering organization.


• Experience with Oracle ERP and related financial systems.


• Knowledge of indirect tax considerations, VAT processes, and international AP operations.


• Experience implementing AP automation platforms and intelligent invoice processing solutions.


• Exposure to shared services or global business services environments.


• Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement certification.


• Experience supporting SOX-compliant environments and external audits.

You'll Thrive Here If You...

• View Accounts Payable as a strategic business function that drives operational excellence.


• Enjoy improving processes and leveraging technology to eliminate manual work.


• Balance strong controls with exceptional internal and external customer service.


• Are comfortable operating in a complex, global environment with diverse stakeholders.


• Bring a continuous improvement mindset and challenge the status quo.


• Enjoy developing people, building teams, and creating scalable processes.


• Take ownership, drive accountability, and consistently deliver results.

Why Join ForeFlight?

At ForeFlight, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to products and services used by aviation professionals around the world. You'll work alongside talented colleagues in a collaborative environment where innovation, continuous learning, and operational excellence are valued. This role offers the chance to shape the future of global accounts payable operations while supporting a growing international business.

Join us and help build a world-class finance organization that enables the future of aviation.