SAP Finance AP Program Manager

Hi ,

The following requirement is open with our client.

Title                                        : SAP Finance AP Program Manager

Location                                : Irving, TX (Onsite)

Duration                               : 6 Months

Relevant Experience (in Yrs.): 10+

Job Description:

• 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.
• Finance Process Excellence
  Drive Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process improvement initiatives.
  Reduce invoice cycle times and operational costs.
  Improve first-pass accuracy and straight-through processing.
  Implement best practices in AP operations and shared services delivery.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  Build strong relationships with suppliers, procurement teams, and internal business stakeholders.
  Manage vendor escalations and payment disputes.
  Ensure high levels of supplier satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Controls, Compliance & Risk Management
  Ensure adherence to:
  SOX Controls
  Internal Financial Controls
  Audit Requirements
  IFRS/GAAP Standards
  Corporate Policies
  Drive compliance monitoring and risk mitigation activities.
  Support internal and external audits.
• Technology & Automation
  Lead finance technology initiatives involving:
  SAP S/4HANA
  SAP ECC
  Oracle
  Coupa
  Ariba
  ServiceNow
  RPA Solutions
  AI-driven AP Automation
  Partner with IT teams to implement digital transformation solutions.
  Drive invoice automation, OCR, workflow approvals, and touchless processing initiatives.
• Reporting & Analytics
  Develop executive dashboards and performance reports.
  Monitor KPIs such as:
  Invoice Processing Time
  Cost per Invoice
  Payment Accuracy
  First Pass Yield
  Vendor Satisfaction
  Compliance Metrics
  Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• 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'
• Leadership Competencies
  Executive Stakeholder Management
  Program Governance
  Financial Acumen
  Change Management
  Risk Management
  Team Leadership & Mentoring
  Strategic Thinking
  Excellent Communication Skills
• 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
  Must Have Skills:
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• P2P (Procure-to-Pay)
• SAP S/4HANA
• Finance Transformation
• Program Management 

Thanks and Regards,

Grace

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