Associate Director Accounts Payable (m/f/d)
Redcare Pharmacy Open At a glance
Director-level Accounting role at Redcare Pharmacy. Köln · full-time.
Pay not stated Accounting salary
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What you'll do
- Run the full accounts payable operation, keeping invoice work accurate, efficient and able to scale
- Lead and grow a large AP team, setting clear structure and building a high-performing operation
- Improve AP workflows and automation, making better use of ERP systems and related tools
- Work with Finance, Procurement and other teams to coordinate AP operations
- Lead change efforts that bring lasting process improvements to the function
What you bring
- At least six years in accounts payable, including leadership in a large or complex operation
- Experience with ERP platforms and automation, plus a track record of improving processes
- People leadership skills to organize teams, develop talent and build accountability
- A hands-on approach, close attention to detail and confidence working through operational issues
Who this fits
This role suits an experienced AP leader who wants to shape operations and lead a large team. The position is based in Cologne and hybrid. German is a plus.
From the employer
About Redcare Pharmacy:
As Europe’s No.1 e-pharmacy Redcare Pharmacy is powered by passionate teams and cutting-edge innovation. We strive to create a healthy collaborative work environment where every employee feels valued and inspired to contribute to our vision “Until every human has their health”. If you’re seeking a career that offers purpose and aligns with your values join us and start your #Redcareer today.
About the Role:
As Senior Manager Accounts Payable, you will take ownership of a core finance function at Redcare, ensuring efficient, scalable, and high-quality AP operations across a complex, high volume environment.
You will lead and develop a large team, bring structure to a growing organization, and drive improvements in processes, systems, and ways of working. This is a highly visible role with strong cross-functional exposure, giving you the opportunity to shape how AP operates at scale.
About your Tasks:
- Lead and further develop a large AP organization, fostering a structured and high-performing environment
- Own end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
- Drive operational excellence by improving processes, automation, and system usage (ERP & related tools)
- Collaborate closely with multiple stakeholders across Finance, Procurement, and other departments
- Lead change and transformation initiatives, bringing structural and continuous improvement into the function.
About you:
- 6+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, including leadership responsibility in larger or complex setups
- Strong people leader with the ability to structure teams, develop talent, and drive accountability
- Hands-on mindset with a strong eye for detail and the ability to dive deep into operations
- Experience with ERP systems and automation, combined with a process improvement mindset
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to operate in a dynamic environment; German is a plus
About your Benefits:
To best support you with your individual needs-whether it's leading a healthy life, having enough time for yourself, or developing your skills—we offer a wide range of location-specific benefits:
- Work from Home: If your job does not require you to be present in the office, we can arrange the place you work from individually - even for up to 20 days a year anywhere in the EU.
- Redcare events: We promote teambuilding through creative team events, and celebrate our successes together at regularly scheduled parties.
- Kindergarten Grant: We offer our employees who pay for childcare in kindergarten 100,00 € (total) per month.
- Mental health: Get quick professional help from psychologists from nilo if you feel overwhelmed in your personal or professional life. Anonymously and free of charge.
- Personal Development: We are all constantly learning. That's why we support and foster your career development through internal & external training and help you grow.
- Mobility: Your commute matters to us. We provide our employees with a fully costed Deutschland Ticket which can be used at any time.
- Sports & Health: Your well-being is our top priority. Therefore, we offer you a range of opportunities to improve your health. Profit from a membership (M) package at Urban Sports Club, providing a variety of sports offers tailored to your interests.
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