AP Team Leader Italy

Job Information

Job Type: Direct Employee

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Parma, IT

About us

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Global Finance

The Global Finance Department — which includes also Global Procurement and ICT — is committed to continuously improving the Chiesi Group’s performance and governance. It plays a key role in strategic corporate operations thanks to its contribution across all areas of the Group, from geographical to global, and from business to departmental. To guide the Chiesi Group in its short-, medium- and long-term decisions, the Team defines clear targets and develops action plans to achieve them effectively.

What you will do

Within the GCN, the Accounts Payable Delivery Team Leader (Italy) is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of AP operations, ensuring full alignment with global processes, adherence to deadlines and high-quality output. The role combines people leadership, operational oversight and hands‑on expertise in AP processes. Team Leader actively monitors performance and drives continuous improvement.

You will be responsible for

• Ensure timely and accurate execution of all AP activities (invoice processing, vendor master data, payment proposals, payments, and reconciliations)
• Monitor daily operations and resolve bottlenecks to meet SLAs/OLAs and deadlines
• Timely perform and monitor vendor payment & reimbursement related matters to ensure all payments are appropriate
• Lead AP team for monthly and year end close, ensuring that the account payable is well maintained and closed out in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner
• Responsible for monthly AP reports with comments on long aging balance
• Fulfill other tasks assigned by Line manager (Global Process Owner)
• Lead, coach, and develop the AP team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement
• Set clear objectives and monitor team performance
• Promote a collaborative, high-performance, and service-oriented team environment

Process Improvement

• Drive standardization, simplification, and automation of AP processes
• Continuously improve policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and control
• Collaborate with Procurement and other stakeholders to optimize the purchase-to-pay cycle
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and local regulations (including Italian VAT)
• Proactively identify and elevate process deviations or risks to the Global Process Owner
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate and timely documentation

You will need to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• At least 4 years of experience in accounting roles
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP)
• Strong understanding of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes
• Knowledge of Italian tax and regulatory requirements is a must
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4)
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and Office tools
• Fluent in English and Italian
• Strong people management and leadership skills
• Analytical mindset with structured problem-solving approach
• High attention to detail and strong control awareness
• Customer-oriented with effective stakeholder management
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Trustworthy, with a high level of integrity and confidentiality
• Strong alignment with company values

Location

Parma, with the expectation of being in the office three times a week.

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top‑class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work‑life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.