Team Lead Finance Operations

ph3Role Overview /h3pThe Team Lead Finance Operations (AP FBS) is responsible for the end-to-end operational delivery of Purchase-to-Pay processes (PR → Pay), covering Accounts Payable and Finance Business Support activities. The role ensures reliable, efficient, and compliant service delivery, while executing limited operational tasks and leading a team responsible for PR support, invoice processing, and payment execution. In addition to operational excellence, the Team Lead plays a key role in driving process discipline, standardization, and continuous improvement across the Finance Operations landscape. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ullibOperational Leadership Delivery /bpCoach, develop, and manage performance, capacity, and workload across geographies; support hiring and evaluations in collaboration with the Director Finance Operations Travel. Ensure accurate and timely execution of PR support (FBS), PO creation and approvals, invoice processing, and payment execution controls. Act as process and system expert, providing day-to-day guidance, driving resolution of complex cases, and contributing hands‑on to operational delivery where needed (e.g. peak periods, escalations, or coverage gaps). Own operational performance: define and monitor KPI’s and SLA’s (backlog, throughput, service quality) and proactively close performance gaps. Foster a high‑performing team culture through regular feedback, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning. /p /lilibProcess Governance Transformation /bpEnsure consistent PR → Pay execution across all entities, enforcing process discipline (No PO No Pay, approval workflows) and maintaining strong collaboration with Procurement, Finance, and Vendor Master Data teams. Own the Finance Business Support (FBS) function as first-line support for business users, ensuring high‑quality PR guidance, strong process adoption, and structural fixes for recurring issues. Act as primary escalation point for business, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement and automation (e.g. invoice automation, touchless processing, standardisation) and support the Finance Operations transformation agenda as a key operational counterpart for system enhancements. /p /lilibControls Compliance /bpEnsure adherence to internal controls, financial policies, and audit requirements, supporting internal and external audits on AP and P2P processes. Safeguard data quality and financial accuracy across all P2P activities. /p /li /ulh3Required Qualifications /h3ulliBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field. /lili10 years of experience in Finance Operations / P2P, including at least 5 years in team leadership responsibility. /liliStrong experience in Accounts Payable and operational P2P processes. /liliProven ability to manage teams in a multi-country / global environment. /liliStrong coaching and communication skills; ability to translate people insights into actionable plans. /liliStrong stakeholder management skills across Finance, Procurement and business functions. /liliExperience with ERP systems (Oracle Cloud preferred) and AP automation tools. /liliStrong analytical and problem-solving mindset. /liliFluent in English; fluency in Dutch recommended. /li /ulh3Additional Information /h3pThe annual base salary hiring range for this position is €68,000.00
- €93,500.00 EUR. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentives program. The hiring range displayed above is the range of possible base pay compensation that argenx believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting. The hiring range is based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and demonstrated skills. argenx may pay more or less than the posted range and this range may be modified in the future. /ppWe are looking for a full-time professional who is able to work on-site 2 to 3 days per week, fostering close collaboration with colleagues while maintaining flexibility. /ppPlease note that Vendor Master Data is managed separately and is out of scope for this role. /ph3Equal Opportunity Statement /h3pAt argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. /p /p