Accounts Payable Team Lead

Job Posting Title

Accounts Payable Team Lead

Legal Entity

GKN Automotive Portugal Limitada (Portugal)

Job Description Summary

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our dynamic team in Porto. This is your chance to lead, inspire, and grow in a multicultural environment where your ideas matter.
Everyone is invited to apply! We’d love to hear from you!
Results-driven Accounts Payable Team Lead responsible for managing and developing a high-performing team of 10+ AP professionals while ensuring the efficient processing of financial transactions and compliance with internal controls. Oversees daily operations, monitors key performance indicators (KPIs), conducts regular coaching and performance reviews, and fosters employee development. Partners with internal stakeholders and external auditors to support audit requirements, drives continuous process improvement initiatives, and plays a key role in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Job Description:

Lead a team of 10+ Accounts Payables FTEs

Manage daily performance and team development

Define and track KPIs to support team success

Conduct regular 1:1s and team meetings

Support internal and external audits

Drive continuous improvement of processes

Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closings

Required Skills and Education

5+ years of experience in finance
Proven leadership in finance teams

Strong analytical and communication skills
Solid understanding of accounting principles
ERP systems and workflow tech knowledge
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Benefits: 

• Annual Bonus Plan
• Health Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Additional Vacation Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Days-Off
• Hybrid Working Model
• LinkedIn Learning Access
• Flexible Benefits Program
• Teleworking Allowance
• Additional Company Days-Off
• Long Service Awards
• Volunteering Day
• Office Perks

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.