SAP Accounts Payable Consultant

C5MI Insight

13d•$105,000 - $125,000•Remote

About The Position

C5MI is seeking a high-performance SAP and supply chain expert to solve complex, mission-critical challenges. This role involves managing and optimizing accounts payable processes within an SAP environment. The consultant will configure SAP AP modules, troubleshoot system issues, and ensure seamless integration with other financial systems. Collaboration with finance teams is key to streamlining invoice processing, managing vendor payments, and maintaining accurate financial records. Subject-matter expertise will be applied to identify process improvements and implement best practices for enhanced efficiency and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; 3-5 years of relevant SAP Accounts Payable / finance systems experience (5-7 years without a Bachelor’s degree).
Demonstrated experience configuring and supporting SAP AP functionality, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and financial record maintenance.
Experience reconciling vendor statements, resolving discrepancies, and supporting month-end/year-end close activities.
Ability to exercise judgment within defined practices and handle moderately complex AP/SAP issues with minimal oversight.
Must be able to obtain and maintain an active government clearance (requires U.S. citizenship).

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with SAP AP-related tools such as workflow automation, reporting dashboards, and data reconciliation utilities.
Exposure to process mapping, change management, and system testing methodologies.
Experience supporting large-scale data migrations and working within cross-functional project teams.
Relevant SAP certifications or advanced technical training.

Responsibilities

Manages and processes accounts payable transactions within the SAP system.
Collaborates with client finance teams to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and vendor payments.
Reconciles vendor statements and resolves discrepancies.
Configures SAP AP modules and troubleshoots system issues to ensure seamless integration with other financial systems.
Collaborates with internal teams and vendors to address AP-related queries.
Supports month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
Maintains up-to-date documentation of AP processes and procedures.
Identifies and implements process improvements and best practices for SAP AP functions to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Supports large-scale data migrations and system testing activities within SAP AP, as needed.
Participates in process mapping and change management activities to support the successful adoption of AP solutions.
Travels on rare occasions to client sites to support on site.
Adheres to all certified processes as part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and information security, which includes actively participating in quality assurance activities and ensuring the protection of sensitive information in accordance with our security policies.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by direct supervisor.