Who are we, and what do we do?
At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.
Corteva Agriscience is seeking an experienced ERP/SAP Business Process Expert (BPE) - Accounts Payable to join our ERP team.
The BPE is responsible for designing, configuring, testing, and maintaining the S/4 HANA and SAP ECC Finance applications during the entire application lifecycle. This role requires a strong understanding of business processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
The role includes management of end-to-end SAP Accounts Payables solutions, which should be the key liaison between our ERP solutions, the line-of-business teams and the business product owner. This role will be a part of a team that includes management of end-to-end Account Payables processes, and drives the tactical, day-to-day aspects of validating and improving the SAP ERP business processes & solutions, through modeling, simulating and analyzing current and future states.
Primary Responsibilities - How will you help us Grow!
- Process Management: Lead the design, configuration, testing, and deployment of Accounts Payables solutions (ECC 6.0 & S/4 HANA), and ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with company policies and regulations.
- ERP (Accounts Payables) Solutions: Implement, configure, and maintain SAP Accounts Payables modules including OpenText Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) workflows and configurations. Lead the implementation of SAP solutions, including Electronic Invoicing and SAP eDocument compliance solutions, system configuration, testing, and user training. Support Supply Chain Financing initiatives and integration with financial systems, including SAP Concur (Travel & Expense system). Participate in SAP S/4HANA migration and transformation projects.
- Continuous Improvement & Support: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement the best practices to enhance the Accounts Payables operations. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for SAP applications, including troubleshooting and resolving issues.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders and existing team members, including procurement, finance, and IT teams, to understand business requirements and provide effective solutions.
- Training and Support: Provide training and support to end-users on Accounts Payables issues and solutions. Develop and maintain documentation related to SAP configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Data Analysis: Analyze data to identify trends, monitor performance, and generate reports for management. Stay current with SAP best practices, new features, and industry trends to recommend improvements and optimizations.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with Accounts Payables policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Experience and Education - What you'll bring to the table!
- Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field. A master's degree or MBA is a plus.
- Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in Accounts Payables including ECC 6.0 and S/4HANA. Experience with global rollouts and multi-country implementations is preferred. Knowledge of Procurement modules and SAP Ariba solutions is a plus.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in OpenText VIM, Accounts Payables modules, SAP Concur, Electronic invoicing and Supply chain financing. Implementation experience on Withholding Tax and SAP eDocument (Electronic Invoicing) Compliance is preferred. Knowledge in SAP Business Network & ERP Integration (SAP S4HANA/SAP ECC), integration with Ariba, Concur, or other procurement tools is preferred. Knowledge of SAP APIs, BTP (Business Technology Platform), middleware tools, ABAP and SQL is a plus.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications in SAP FI or S/4 HANA Finance and OpenText VIM are preferred but not required.
- Articulate with verbal and written communication skills in English. Possesses strong presentation skills for a global audience.
- Prior domain or functional experience with Finance, Controlling and Taxation is preferred.
- Ability to research requirements, solutions, evaluate alternative approaches, and present recommended solutions in SAP.
- Ability to independently design and configure SAP Accounts Payables processes.
- Strong attention-to-detail and quality/accuracy of deliverables, preferring outcomes over outputs.
- Demonstrated effectiveness and ability to work independently, and drive results with peers, stakeholders, and customers.
- Acts honestly and professionally, ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask under minimal supervision and respond with flexibility towards tight project deadlines or issues impacting production operations.
- Decisive ability to recognize when to act and when to escalate.
- Experience working with shared services preferred.
- Prior experience working with Big4 SAP system integrators, and on multi-country SAP environments preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team.
- Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world's growing need for food.
- Collaborator who thrives in a diverse, inclusive work environment.
- Innovator who brings initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader.
Benefits - How We'll Support You:
Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
The salary range for this position is $114,000.00 to $160,000.00.This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.
Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.
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