Job Title : Finance Accounts Payable (AP) Program Manager
Location : Irving, TX 75039 (Hybrid)
Duration : 12+ Months
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.
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
