Lead AP 60-100%

Fribourg Permanent View Job Description
Lead and develop the Accounts Payable function within a centralized finance setup, overseeing end‑to‑end AP operations while driving process standardization, automation, and strong internal controls.Act as a key partner for finance transformation, supporting team growth and post‑acquisition integrations in a dynamic healthcare services environment based in Fribourg.

added 21/04/2026

  • Strategic AP role focused on process setup and improvement.
  • Fribourg‑based role with flexible workload and hybrid working.

About Our Client

Our client is a fast‑growing international healthcare services group, operating in a dynamic, acquisition‑driven environment with a strong focus on operational excellence and finance transformation.

Job Description

  • Lead the day‑to‑day Accounts Payable activities within a centralized finance organization, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and smooth collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
  • Take ownership of AP processes and controls, contributing to reliable month‑end closures, VAT compliance, and alignment between sub‑ledgers and the general ledger.
  • Manage and support a small AP team, with a clear mandate to professionalize ways of working and scale the function as the organization grows.
  • Play an active role in finance transformation initiatives, including process harmonization, automation projects, and system enhancements within the ERP environment.
  • Support the integration of newly acquired entities, helping to align AP practices, data, and workflows within a standardized framework.
  • Act as a key contact for audits and internal reviews, ensuring proper documentation, clear procedures, and strong compliance standards.

The Successful Applicant

    • Proven experience as a people manager within an Accounts Payable function, with direct responsibility for team leadership, task allocation, performance follow‑up and team development.
    • Background in multi‑entity and/or centralized finance environments, ideally within a Shared Services or similar structured setup.
    • Solid hands‑on experience with end‑to‑end AP processes, including invoice processing, payments, supplier management and VAT‑related topics : Swiss VAT.
    • Strong ability to structure, formalize and improve processes, with a demonstrated interest in automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Experience working with an ERP system, with a good understanding of process flows and the ability to support system and process optimizations.
    • Comfortable operating in a transformation and growth context, including team ramp‑up and the integration of new entities or activities.
    • Recognized for a hands‑on leadership style, combining operational involvement with the ability to step back and drive improvements.
    • Strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to manage priorities in a changing environment.
    • Fluent in English; good command of French or German required.



What's on Offer

A newly created leadership role with real impact in a growing, international healthcare services environment.

Attractive flexibility, with an employment rate between 60% and 100% depending on seniority, flexible working hours, and two days of home office per week.

Central location in Fribourg, a few minutes from the train station, with parking options available.

The opportunity to shape and scale the Accounts Payable function, with exposure to process optimization, automation, and transformation initiatives.

Long‑term development prospects within a stable and evolving organization, including team growth and increased scope over time.

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Job summary

Job Function
Accounting, Audit & Advisory, Tax and Treasury
Specialisation
Accounts Payable
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Fribourg
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-042026-6998608

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