Global Accounts Payable Manager

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive. Lyft is looking for a seasoned Sr. Manager, Accounts Payable, tto join our Controllership organization. In this high-impact leadership role, you will own Lyft’s end-to-end AP, which includes the T&E and corporate card programs. The role spans domestic and international operations—and serves as a key strategic and operational leader overseeing how the company pays its corporate suppliers, manages vendor relationships, and scales its procure-to-pay processes. You will lead a team of managers and individual contributors located across multiple locations, and partner closely with Finance, Procurement, Treasury, Legal, Tax, and the broader business to ensure operational and compliance excellence at scale. This role is uniquely positioned at the intersection of operational rigor, global expansion, and financial transformation—making it ideal for a leader who thrives on building world-class teams, deploying automation intelligently, and delivering best-in-class supplier experiences. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Team Leadership & Development * Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-layered team of AP managers and staff distributed across the multiple locations, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and growth. * Set clear performance expectations, provide regular coaching and feedback, and support career development pathways for all direct and indirect reports. * Build organizational capacity by identifying skill gaps, championing training initiatives, and creating succession plans for critical roles. * Model Lyft’s values and leadership principles, cultivating a high-trust, inclusive, and results-oriented team environment. * AP and T&E Operations & Procure-to-Pay * Collaborate with business partners on the full end-to-end procure-to-pay cycle including Global Supply Management and Procurement Operations team for purchase requisitions and purchase orders, while managing global Accounts Payable processes related to invoice processing, three-way matching, payment execution, and supplier aging management and reconciliations. * Design and enforce AP and T&E policies, procedures, and controls that maintain compliance with GAAP, internal audit requirements, and SOX frameworks. * Oversee timely and accurate processing of high volumes of invoices and payments across multiple currencies and legal entities. * Oversee timely and accurate processing of employee expense reports and reimbursement across multiple currencies and legal entities. * Oversee employee credit card programs across multiple currencies and legal entities. * Partner with Treasury on cash flow forecasting, payment terms optimization, and working capital management. * Partner with Procurement Operations to ensure ongoing compliance with vendor master data integrity and maintenance of strong controls around vendor changes. * International Expansion & M&A * Lead AP and T&E integration workstreams for mergers, acquisitions, and new market entries, including collaboration with new entities to assist standing up functions and system integrations. * Develop scalable global AP and T&E frameworks that can be rapidly deployed to new geographies while remaining compliant with local regulatory requirements. * Collaborate with Tax, Legal, and Corporate Development on cross-border payment structures, withholding tax considerations, and statutory compliance. * Maintain deep knowledge of international AP and T&E practices, including VAT/GST recovery, multi-currency payments, and country-specific invoicing mandates. * Automation & Scalable Process Design * Champion the adoption of AP and T&E automation technologies including intelligent invoice capture (OCR/AI), workflow automation, and ERP enhancements to drive efficiency and reduce manual touchpoints. * Identify and lead process improvement initiatives using lean or Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate bottlenecks and improve cycle times. * Partner with Engineering and Systems teams to evaluate, implement, and optimize AP and T&E platforms and tools (e.g., ZIP, Oracle Fusion, SAP Concur or equivalent). * Define and monitor KPIs and SLAs for the AP and T&E functions, using data to drive decisions and communicate performance to senior leadership. * Supplier Relations & Business Partnership * Serve as a trusted, collaborative partner to internal stakeholders across Finance, Legal, Procurement, HR, and business units—ensuring AP and T&E is viewed as a value-add function, not a back-office blocker. * Drive an exemplary supplier experience by ensuring timely payments, proactive communications, and efficient dispute resolution processes. * Establish and manage supplier escalation protocols and executive-level vendor relationships for strategic partners. * Lead the design and delivery of supplier portals, self-service tools, and communication programs that reduce inbound inquiries and improve satisfaction. * Compliance & Reporting * Own the end-to-end 1099 reporting process for U.S.-based corporate suppliers, including year-end filings, TIN matching, and IRS compliance * Oversee equivalent withholding tax reporting and documentation requirements for non-U.S. corporate suppliers (e.g., W-8 series forms, FATCA/CRS compliance, local withholding obligations). * Collaborate with the Tax team to ensure proper classification of supplier payments, identification of reportable transactions, and accurate year-end disclosures. * Stay current on evolving global tax reporting requirements and proactively adapt AP and T&E processes to maintain compliance. EXPERIENCE: * 10+ years of progressive accounts payable and expense reimbursement experience, with at least 5 years in a people management role leading managers. * Demonstrated experience managing distributed, international teams across multiple geographies and time zones. * Proven track record supporting international expansion and/or M&A integration from an AP and T&E perspective, including new entity stand-up and system integration. * Deep expertise in end-to-end procurement and AP and T&E processes: purchase requisitions, PO management, invoice processing, payment execution, employee expense reimbursement, corporate credit card programs, and period-end close. * Strong background in AP and T&E automation technologies and digital transformation—you have led or materially contributed to at least one significant AP modernization initiative. * Expert knowledge of U.S. 1099 reporting requirements and equivalent international supplier tax withholding and reporting obligations. * Solid understanding of internal controls, SOX compliance, and AP and T&E related risk management frameworks. * Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and executive communication skills; you are a strategic partner, not just a transactional operator. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to define, track, and act on AP and T&E performance metrics. * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. * Preferred: * Experience at a high-growth technology company or gig economy platform with complex, multi-entity AP and T&E structures. * Hands-on experience with enterprise AP, T&E, and ERP systems such as Coupa, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Tipalti, or similar. * CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification. * MBA or advanced degree in Finance or Accounting. * Familiarity with shared services or global business services (GBS) operating models. * Experience with FATCA, CRS, or other cross-border tax information reporting regimes. BENEFITS: * Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled * Mental health benefits * Family building benefits * Child care and pet benefits * 401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future * In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off * 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible * Subsidized commuter benefits * Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid The expected base pay range for this position in the San Francisco area is $156,000 - $195,000, not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   Why we're hiring: We are hiring an AP Analyst to perform the daily processing of supplier transactions. Responsibilities include invoice scanning, invoice registration, and invoice matching, as well as following up with suppliers to reconcile and resolve queries and arranging payments in line with agreed timelines. The role requires a strong focus on delivering high-quality processing, excellent communication skills, and a self-motivated individual who can also work effectively as part of a team. The successful candidate will be driven to achieve both individual and team targets set by the Accounts Payable Manager.   What you'll be doing:   * Manage Accounts Payable activities for Non-Media Business Units asset out by the Accounts Payable Manager * Utilise ERP to manage processing of Supplier invoices and credit notes * Process Supplier invoice and credit note registrations within agreed timelines and the Global SLA * Match Supplier invoices to Purchase Orders and route for approval promptly * Process Supplier credit notes in line with approvals required * Monitor volumes and highlight any backlogs proactively to the Accounts Payable Manager * Prepare payment proposals in accordance with agreed payment timetables * Create settlement runs for approved payment proposals * Obtain Supplier statements and reconcile Supplier accounts investigating differences proactively * Document all Supplier queries for follow up * Ensure prompt resolution of Supplier queries at the earliest, involving all parties required * Ensure Supplier master data records accurately reflect correct Supplier details and agreed contractual terms * Provide holiday and sick cover for colleagues as needed * Cash Tracking & Reporting:  investigate and resolve any pending unallocated transactions. * Accounting Integration: book and clear pending treasury items using Balance Sheet, P&L, or Customer/Vendor ledgers in compliance with Italian GAAP. * Agency Support: serve as the main treasury contact for assigned local agencies, providing payment receipts and documentation for internal/external audits. * Relationship Management: act as the operational liaison with banking institutions to resolve transactional issues and payment inquiries.   Weekly   * Drive towards minimal backlogs on a daily and weekly basis * Deliver weekly settlement runs * Provide reports and participate in weekly Accounts Payable review meetings with Accounts Payable Manager   Monthly   * Drive Accounts Payable to close with minimal unregistered invoices and credit notes and low levels of queries     Who you'll be working with: You will work closely with Finance, Accounting, Treasury, and Shared Services teams, as well as with creative and media agencies across the Group. This role involves daily collaboration with both local and international stakeholders to ensure efficient and accurate payment processes.   What you'll need:   * Minimum 4 years’ experience in Accounts Payable and Treasury in a large organisation * Languages * Italian: C1 or native level (essential for daily communication with Italian agencies and local banks). * English: B2 or higher (required for reporting and communication with Headquarters). * Technical Knowledge: solid understanding of Italian GAAP (Plan General Contable Italiano) and bank accounting entries. Double-entry accounting principles must be clear. * IT Skills: * Intermediate to advanced Excel skills * Familiarity with Outlook and working with shared mailboxes. * Finance background * Confidence in dealing and building relationships, both internally and externally * Self-motivated, energetic, and detailed oriented * Able to work to firm deadlines and calm under pressure * Well organised with strength in prioritising * Strong communication skills and ability to handle complexity * Commercially focused with a strong Customer service approach     Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.   What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Hybrid  We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.