Accounts Payable and Travel & Expense Lead (Thai)

About the Role Copeland is seeking a highly skilled AP and Travel & Expense Lead within our Global Business Services. This role oversees the operations of a team within the Accounts Payable and Expense department, including invoice verification, payment authorizations, auditing expense reports, and managing corporate cards. The position requires strong leadership to ensure processes and controls align with the company’s internal framework and global policy.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the daily functions of a team of 5–20 within the Accounts Payable and Expense department.
• Support establishment and maintenance of a stringent control environment aligned with the internal control framework and global policy.
• Review and authorize invoices and payment proposals to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Set goals for the AP team in line with the company’s financial objectives.
• Develop, implement, and uphold systems, procedures, and policies within accounts payable to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings related to accounts payable.
• Address escalated accounts payable inquiries from vendors and internal teams.
• Assist with financial audits related to accounts payable.
• Manage auditing of employee expense reports to ensure policy compliance; respond to escalated reports as needed.
• Lead development and execution of training sessions for employees on the Concur expense system.
• Conduct periodic compliance audits of expense reports and address discrepancies.
• Manage ordering process for corporate credit cards; verify eligibility before approval.
• Review corporate credit card accounts to identify discrepancies, adjust limits, and deactivate cards as needed.
• Monitor and report on metrics; propose strategies to meet KPIs and SLAs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
• Train, mentor, and assess the performance of AP and T&E staff.
• Collaborate with other GBS departments to ensure end-to-end processing.
• Foster strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in accounts payable, expense auditing, or financial management.
• 2+ years in a management position.
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Experience managing a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with financial software; Oracle experience preferred.
• Fluent English and proficiency in Thai (spoken and written).

Preferred

• Master’s degree or Chartered Accountant designation.

Nice to Have

• Additional relevant certifications or advanced degree.

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible and competitive benefits plans.
• Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal).
• Vacation and holiday leave.
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainability-focused climate technology.