Sr Manager, Accounts Payable

About Gap Inc Our past is full of iconic moments but our future is going to spark many more Our brands Gap Banana Republic Old Navy and Athleta have dressed people from all walks of life and all kinds of families all over the world for every occasion for more than 50 years But we re more than the clothes that we make We know that business can and should be a force for good and it s why we work hard to make product that makes people feel good inside and out It s why we re committed to giving back to the communities where we live and work If you re one of the super-talented who thrive on change aren t afraid to take risks and love to make a difference come grow with us About the Role In this role you will support the overall Finance function for a large multi-brand retailer in a fast-paced complex environment Gap Inc s headquarters Finance team provides financial support to various business units and the Executive Leadership teams You will be responsible for providing guidance data and analysis to other areas of Finance or the brands The teams are responsible for leading several key financial performance management activities for Gap Inc including the annual budget operating plan long-range plan and monthly forecast Using these activities as a foundation they provide the executive leaders and other relevant stakeholders with forward-looking financial projections performance perspective and foundations for optimal decision-making What You ll Do Provide leadership for the Payables Process area including all activities related to invoice processing Supplier Contracts Administration Procurement Support and Corporate Card Administration Lead the onshore offshore transition ensuring seamless process migration hiring training and integration of offshore resources while maintaining service quality and compliance Drive offshore team development by overseeing hiring training and performance management for a growing offshore team approx 20-25 positions Ensure offshore operations align with Gap Inc s policies controls and financial reporting standards Provide leadership for the Financial Accounting of Payables ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies Serve as an industry expert leveraging benchmarking opportunities to implement best practices and enhance processing efficiencies Formulate strategies that effectively leverage payment processing services and optimize global payables operations Represent the Payables function in cross-functional strategic initiatives ensuring offshore and onshore perspectives are considered Review and update business processes flowcharts and documentation regularly to support corporate governance internal controls and risk mitigation Actively partner with Strategic Sourcing and Procurement to support supplier relationships and resolve shared issues Develop and monitor performance metrics identifying process drivers and areas for continuous improvement across offshore and onshore teams Maintain and enhance internal controls policies and procedures to align with compliance and risk management requirements Ensure proactive communication with leadership keeping management informed of key offshore transition updates and performance indicators Oversee departmental budgets including cost efficiencies related to offshore expansion Foster a collaborative leadership style promoting a culture of continuous learning innovation and excellence across both offshore and onshore teams Lead a team of 2-4 direct reports and over 20 indirect reports with a growing offshore presence Who You Are Experience leading offshore transitions global process migrations or shared services implementations preferred Demonstrated financial accounting analytical and problem-solving skills with strong knowledge of GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance Ability to navigate and influence IT System flows related to global Accounts Payables operations Strong supervisory experience with demonstrated success in motivating coaching team building and setting strategic goals Bachelor s degree in a business-related field CA MBA CPA preferred 10 years of experience in finance accounting or shared services retail experience is a plus 4 years of leadership experience including hiring team building and managing offshore resources Successfully managing a matrix reporting relationship US India Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and offshore teams Experience in vendor management and negotiating third-party service provider contracts Ability to work across multiple time zones ensuring effective collaboration between onshore and offshore teams Strong project management experience particularly in process transitions automation and system implementations Benefits at Gap Inc One of the most competitive paid time off plans in the industry Comprehensive health coverage for employees same-sex partners and their families Health and wellness program free annual health check-ups fitness center and Employee Assistance Program Comprehensive benefits to support the journey of parenthood Retirement planning assistance of the benefits we offer Gap Inc is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination We are committed to recruiting hiring training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging In 2022 we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World s Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity