Supervisor, Accounts Payable - Serbia - Hybrid

Who we are We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence. We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way. Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit. Why Worldwide We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us! What the Finance Department does at Worldwide The Finance Team supports a wide array of business teams in overseeing and enhancing the financial landscape . The finance team provides a comprehensive approach to financial management , strategic planning, and fostering collaborative relationships across various departments. What you will do Serve as subject matter expert across full Accounts Payable cycle, including processing vendor bills and credit notes, managing and posting supplier payments, performing accounting review and coding, handling fixed assets, prepayments, VAT and other tax requirements, completing supplier statement reconciliations, and resolving vendor, internal, and audit-related queries. Coordinate and support AP team members through training, daily guidance, work reviews, and ongoing coaching to ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks. Lead the execution and continuous improvement of internal controls and month-end close procedures, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely completion of all related activities. Implement process changes and best practices by establishing relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Lead annual 1099 reporting activities, including coordination of data review, validation of supplier tax information, resolution of discrepancies, and timely submission in compliance with regulatory requirements. Manage the corporate credit card program and supporting team, ensuring effective card administration, policy compliance, and stakeholder coordination. What you will bring to the role Strong organizational and self-motivation skills, coupled with a relentless passion for quality and reliability to “get it right the first time ”; Candidate also needs to be able to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Clear understanding of best business practices with respect to this position, with a desire to continuously improve processes and internal controls. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly and concisely present information, including English language proficiency . Be a self-starter and have the ability to use initiative. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interface appropriately with all levels of management. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy. Your experience Degree in Finance or Economics or equivalent and at least 5 years of working experience in financial operations or accounting. Leadership skills and team management experience is required . Competences required to build and own relationship with vendors with regards to invoicing and payments, including actioning on problematic cases. System implementation and process improvement experience is required . Advanced knowledge in the use of financial software applications and databases. Ideal candidate will also have relevant ERP experience. Strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential. Proficiency in all other MS-Office applications will be requisite for this position. We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide ! For more information on Worldwide, visit or connect with us on LinkedIn . Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law .