Accounts Payables & Travel & Expense Supervisor

About the role

The Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Travel & Expense (T&E) team at AbbVie ensures accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations across supplier invoice processing and employee expense reimbursements. As a Supervisor, you will lead a team responsible for Accounts Payable, P2P, and T&E processing, driving operational excellence and supporting the Finance Department’s strategic goals.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support a team handling AP, P2P, and T&E transactions to meet performance targets.
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex invoice discrepancies, vendor statements, and expense reimbursement issues.
• Ensure all invoices, expense reports, and related documents are processed accurately within established SLAs.
• Review team output for quality, completeness, policy compliance, and adherence to internal controls.
• Prioritize workload and allocate resources to meet deadlines and adapt to changing business needs.
• Monitor daily performance, identify trends, and report key metrics, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Provide training, mentorship, and guidance on AP and T&E policies, procedures, and tools.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve discrepancies and enhance service delivery.
• Identify process gaps and lead continuous‑improvement initiatives to boost productivity and automation.
• Support system enhancements, special projects, and strategic initiatives led by AP and T&E leadership.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Procure‑to‑Pay, and Travel & Expense operations.
• Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, or coordinating a team.
• Proficient English language skills (minimum B2 level).

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable processes.
• Experience with Procure‑to‑Pay workflows.
• Familiarity with Travel & Expense management.
• Ability to interpret and apply financial policies and controls.