Senior Manager, Accounts Payable (P2P)
About the role
We are seeking an experienced full-time and Hybrid Senior Manager, Accounts Payable Shared Services to lead our global Procure-to-Pay (P2P) function within a Global Business Services (GBS) environment. Reporting to the Director of Global Shared Services, this leader will oversee Accounts Payable operations, drive process excellence, strengthen internal controls, and play a critical role in our enterprise-wide migration to a greenfield SAP S/4HANA environment.
Job Responsibilities
Lead Global Procure-to-Pay Operations
Oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, including invoice processing, payment execution, account reconciliations, and supplier support across a global shared services environment.
Drive SAP S/4HANA Transformation
Serve as the operational process owner for the enterprise-wide SAP S/4HANA implementation, helping design scalable, standardized, and future-state P2P processes.
Champion Automation & Continuous Improvement
Lead modernization initiatives leveraging AI, intelligent automation, OCR, RPA, and e-invoicing solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Optimize Payments & Working Capital
Enhance payment strategies, increase early-payment discount capture, improve payment accuracy, and support corporate cash flow and working capital objectives.
Ensure Compliance & Strong Internal Controls
Maintain SOX compliance, support internal and external audits, strengthen governance frameworks, and ensure consistent execution of controls across AP operations.
Develop High-Performing Teams & Partnerships
Mentor and lead global teams while partnering with Procurement, Finance, and business leaders to deliver exceptional service, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in Procure-to-Pay, Accounts Payable, or Procurement Operations
5+ years of leadership experience managing global or regional teams within a Shared Services or GBS environment
Experience leading large-scale ERP implementations or P2P transformations, including SAP S/4HANA, BlackLine, or similar platforms
Preferred MBA, CPA, or Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP)
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or other continuous improvement methodologies
What Success Looks Like
Improved touchless invoice rates and reduced cost per invoice
Faster invoice processing and payment cycle times
Increased on-time payment performance and early-payment discount capture
Optimized Days Payable Outstanding (DPO)
Strong supplier and stakeholder satisfaction scores
No material weaknesses identified through SOX and audit reviews