SAP Program Manager

Job title: Program Manager
Work Location: Dallas, TX

Minimum years of experience: 10+ Years  
Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced Finance Accounts Payable (AP) Program Manager to lead global Accounts Payable transformation, process excellence, governance, and operational delivery initiatives.
The ideal candidate should possess strong domain expertise in Accounts Payable, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Shared Services, and Finance Operations, along with proven program management experience in driving large-scale finance transformation programs.
The role will partner with Finance leadership, Procurement, Business Units, Shared Service Centers, and Technology teams to optimize AP operations, improve controls, enhance vendor experience, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Transformation Management
- Lead end-to-end Accounts Payable transformation and optimization programs.
- Manage program scope, timelines, budget, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communication.
- Drive finance process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Establish governance structures and track program KPIs and benefits realization.
Accounts Payable Operations
Oversee Accounts Payable processes including:
- Invoice Processing
- Vendor Payments
- Payment Runs
- Exception Management
- Vendor Reconciliation
- Expense Management
- Month-End Close Support
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, credit memos, and payment transactions.
- Monitor AP aging, overdue items, and payment compliance.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
MBA Finance, CA, CMA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification preferred.
Experience
- 10–15+ years of Finance and Accounting experience.
- 5+ years of Accounts Payable leadership experience.
- 5+ years of Program/Project Management experience.
- Experience managing large-scale finance transformation programs.
Domain Expertise
- Accounts Payable (AP)
- Procure-to-Pay (P2P)
- Vendor Management
- Financial Controls
- Shared Services Operations
- Invoice Processing
- Payment Processing
- Month-End Close Activities
Technical Skills
- SAP S/4HANA Finance
- SAP FI-AP
- Oracle Financials
- Power BI / Tableau
- Advanced Excel
- Workflow & Automation Tools
- ERP Transformation Programs
Preferred Experience
- Global Shared Services / GBS environment.
- AP Automation and Intelligent Invoice Processing.
- Finance Transformation Programs.
- Mergers & Acquisitions integration projects.
- Multi-country AP operations and compliance management.