Regional Functional Expert for NA and LATAM - Accounts Payable Join to apply for the Regional Functional Expert for NA and LATAM - Accounts Payable role at Mars Regional Functional Expert for NA and LATAM - Accounts Payable 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Regional Functional Expert for NA and LATAM - Accounts Payable role at Mars Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job DescriptionThe Accounts Payable Functional Expert is a blend of business and technical role that requires knowledge and understanding of SAP functionalities and processes, together with a theoretical and practical in-depth experience in the Procure to Pay area:this role is the equivalent of a subject matter expert that requires as well a strong knowledge of both technical and functional IT domain proficiencies. Job DescriptionThe Accounts Payable Functional Expert is a blend of business and technical role that requires knowledge and understanding of SAP functionalities and processes, together with a theoretical and practical in-depth experience in the Procure to Pay area:this role is the equivalent of a subject matter expert that requires as well a strong knowledge of both technical and functional IT domain proficiencies.This role accommodates the bridging of the requirements among the Regional Users on one side, and the technical Teams expertise on the other, allowing the transformation of business requirements into meaningful SAP implementations and other systems integrations to facilitate the end users' everyday job while keeping a strong control on the governance of the implementation and the I2P area.The ideal candidate will possess the following skillsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Proven experience in Accounts Payable management within an SAP environment, preferably SAP Strong understanding of Financial processes and controls. Excellent project management skills with a track record of successful project delivery. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders. Ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable insights. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Digital Transformation experience. Fluent knowledge of English is a must, Spanish, Portuguese and other languages are a great plus. What will be the key responsibilities?Business as Usual (BAU) Activities: Maintain and enhance existing Accounts Payable processes to ensure smooth daily operations Provide expert guidance and support to Business Users on Accounts Payable functionalities. Adapt existing solutions and processes to new realities, make sure they work with new implementations Project ManagementLead and participate in projects aimed at improving Accounts Payable processes and related systems integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new features and enhancements in SAP Involved in various phases of project management, whenever a new Financial solution needs to be implemented in synergy with SAP Stakeholder CollaborationActs as a liaison between - and not limited to - IT services, business users, global process owners, and operations teams. Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders to drive process improvements. Conduct training sessions and workshops to enhance support users understanding of Accounts Payable solutions. Continuous ImprovementIdentifies opportunities for process optimization and automation within the Accounts Payable environment, in accordance to internal controls and policies. Collaborates with other departments and region peers in order to find and suggest solutions that can enhance the day-to-day practices and help solve processes issues. What can you expect from Mars?Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. 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