Accounts Payable Team Lead

Welcome to Elkjøp Brno!

Working at Elkjøp Brno is fast‑paced, rewarding, and full of opportunities.
We’re driven by curiosity, continuous improvement, and a commitment to delivering excellent service to our Nordic Franchise Business.

At our Brno office, you will join a strong team of around 20 talented colleagues and experienced leaders who are dedicated to helping each other grow and succeed.

Our mission?
To simplify work for our Nordic Franchise Business and create real value every single day.

About Elkjøp

Elkjøp Brno is the Czech branch of Elkjøp, the leading Nordic electronics retailer with a proud history dating back to 1962.

Today, we work side by side with:

• 10,000 retail colleagues across the Nordics
• 400 HQ colleagues
• Millions of customers who rely on us to bring great technology into their lives

At Elkjøp, hard work and ambition are noticed. We support our people in developing their skills and exploring exciting career paths within the company.

Your Role as AP Team Lead

As our Accounts Payable Team Lead, you will play a key role in leading and developing the AP function for the Franchise Accounting department.
This role is perfect for someone who excels at motivating people, optimizing processes, and ensuring financial accuracy.

Your key responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and support a team of our colleagues in the Accounts Payable team
• Drive process improvements and identify opportunities for automation and standardization
• Collaborate closely with franchise owners, stores, and internal stakeholders
• Monitor KPIs, workload distribution, and performance follow‑up
• Oversee period‑end tasks, reconciliations, and audit support
• Act as a key contributor in onboarding new stores and new processes
• Participate in and/or lead AP‑related projects to enhance workflows and system usage
• Ensure compliance with Elkjøp’s accounting policies and internal controls

Who We Think You Are

• You have proven experience in people leadership, preferably within Accounts Payable or finance
• You are passionate about developing people, building strong teams, and creating a positive work culture
• You understand accounting principles – accounting courses or certifications (e.g. ACCA modules) are an advantage
• Experience with project management, process improvements or change management is a strong plus
• Knowledge of Elkjøp’s systems and processes (SAP, VIC, Power BI, MS Excel) is a great benefit
• You communicate clearly and confidently with both colleagues and stakeholders
• You can manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality results on time
• You are fluent in English – a Nordic language is an advantage

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement.
The right mindset, leadership potential, and willingness to learn matter just as much.

This role is based in Brno and requires regular on-site presence, as close collaboration with the team is essential.