Accounts Payable Lead, Dropbox

• If you're excited by the idea of combining financial rigor with process optimization, emerging technologies, and global collaboration — this is your stage
• We’re looking for a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments, can spot opportunities for optimization a mile away, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves to make it happen
• 5+ years of AP experience in a high-volume, global, tech-savvy environment
• People management experience with multiple direct reports and proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior management, large/small groups and one-on-one
• Flawless attention to detail, paired with excellent time management and prioritization skills
• An analytical mindset with a passion for optimizing processes and leveraging technology to drive scale
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, and energized by the chance to build and improve system
• Working knowledge of internal controls, compliance practices, and finance operations best practices

Desirable

• We're looking for a Global Accounts Payable Lead to join our dynamic Procure to Pay (P2P) team and help shape the future of our finance operations
• This isn’t your typical Accounts Payable (AP) role. Whilst you'll own the essential responsibilities of day-to-day invoice and payment processing global function, your impact will go far beyond traditional operations
• You’ll have the space and support to re-imagine how AP is done — using tools like AI, automation, and data insights to drive meaningful improvements across systems, compliance, and scale
• Lead and manage the Global Accounts Payable function, responsible for the global AP life cycle across NAMER/EMEA/APAC, from timely invoice processing to global payments, ensuring compliance with internal controls, tax rules, and banking standards
• Build, mentor, and lead the AP team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence
• Develop and implement AP policies, processes, and controls that support scalability, efficiency, and compliance across multiple entities and jurisdictions
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce friction, and lead efforts to implement smarter systems or automation
• Partner with Procurement, FP&A, Tax, ITS, Treasury, Accounting and other cross-functional teams to align AP operations with broader business goals and financial strategies
• Ownership of AP compliance across multiple tiers e.g. SOX, 1099 reporting, local reporting requirements
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes related to AP, including reconciliations and audit support