Associate Director Accounts Payable (E-commerce)

TL;DR

Associate Director Accounts Payable (Finance): Leading and scaling the accounts payable function for Europe’s No.1 e-pharmacy with an accent on operational excellence and team development. Focus on automating AP processes, driving structural improvements in a high-volume environment, and optimizing ERP system usage.

Location: Cologne, Germany (Onsite)

Company

Europe’s No.1 e-pharmacy focused on providing accessible healthcare through cutting-edge innovation.

What you will do

• Lead and 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 ERP system usage.
• Collaborate closely with multiple stakeholders across Finance, Procurement, and other departments.
• Lead change and transformation initiatives to bring structure into the growing function.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Leadership responsibility in larger or complex organizational setups.
• Proven ability to structure teams, develop talent, and drive accountability.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and a process improvement mindset.
• Strong stakeholder management skills in a dynamic environment.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in German.

Culture & Benefits

• Travel allowance to support the daily commute to the office.
• 28 vacation days and an annual vacation bonus (8% of annual gross salary).
• Contribution-free company pension plan.
• Employee discounts on online and on-site pharmacy selections.
• Internal and external training programs for professional growth.
• On-site fitness room, relaxation room, and table tennis.
• Free and anonymous professional mental health support from psychologists.