Global T&E and Corporate Card Manager

AcuityInc•Decatur, GA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com . Work location: This position may be based anywhere in the United States, with a preference for candidates located in the Atlanta, GA area Job Summary Lead Acuity’s global Travel & Expense (T&E) and corporate card programs, driving strategic initiatives focused on automation, process optimization, technology enablement, and enhancing the end-user experience. In this role, you will partner cross-functionally to evolve T&E policies, strengthen compliance and internal controls, and build scalable, efficient processes that support a growing global organization. Additional responsibilities include selected Accounts Payable functions and overseeing a team of 2 Senior AP Specialists. This position may be based anywhere in the United States. Candidates located in the Atlanta, GA area are preferred and will work a hybrid schedule, with 2–3 days per week onsite at our Decatur, GA facility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience) required; MBA preferred
5+ years of experience in Finance, Accounts Payable, or Travel & Expense (T&E), including 3+ years of experience leading or supervising a team
Experience managing or supporting global T&E and corporate card programs, including hands-on experience with SAP Concur
Ability to travel up to 10%
Advanced skills in finance and reporting tools such as SAP Concur, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, Oracle, and other ERP/reporting platforms.

Nice To Haves

Strategic Leadership: Ability to lead teams through change, drive transformation initiatives, prioritize competing demands, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Process Improvement & Automation: Strong mindset for continuous improvement with experience identifying inefficiencies, leveraging technology, and implementing scalable process enhancements.
Technology & Systems Acumen: Advanced understanding of T&E and finance systems, including Concur, workflow automation, reporting tools, and system optimization opportunities
Customer Experience Orientation: Proactively seeks opportunities to improve the employee and stakeholder experience through efficient, user-friendly processes and responsive support.
Business Partnership: Builds strong cross-functional relationships and effectively partners with Finance, HR, Compliance, IT and business leaders to drive alignment and execution.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data, identify trends and risks, and provide actionable insights and recommendations.
Communication & Influence: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization.
People Development: Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams while fostering accountability, engagement, and professional growth
Governance & Compliance: Strong understanding of internal controls, policy administration, audit requirements, and compliance best practices related to T&E and AP processes

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop the T&E/AP team to achieve operational goals, foster accountability, and support a continuous improvement culture
Drive strategic enhancements to global T&E and corporate card programs, including automation, workflow optimization, system configuration, and policy modernization
Partner with internal stakeholders and external providers to identify and implement technology solutions that improve efficiency, compliance, and employee experience
Develop analytics and reporting to provide insights into travel spend, policy compliance, corporate card usage, and cost savings opportunities
Ensure compliance with company policies, audit requirements, and internal controls related to T&E and corporate cards
Lead process improvement initiatives across T&E and related AP functions to increase productivity, scalability, and accuracy of workflows
Support strategic cash flow and working capital initiatives, including collaboration with AP leadership on payment timing and DPO opportunities