EB450: PTP Finance Center of Excellence Advisor (ID)

Description

Advisor provides technical expertise and advice to senior/executive management on current and emerging systems trends, practices, opportunities, and risks within area of expertise on Purchase to Pay. Advisor controls the PtP organization, Manage PtP policies and processes, provides PTP analytics and more.

Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our international Purchase to Pay team as a Finance Center of Excellence Advisor Purchase to Pay

Who we are:
FedEx is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work every moment to deliver the most important package of someone’s day. Our team of passionate people know their day-to-day work is invaluable in delivering outstanding experience to our customers. 530,000 team members strong, we are as diverse as the world we serve. We love what we do, and we do it well. Our reach is big, and so are our dreams. Join us and let's write our next chapter together.

What you will be doing:

Provides technical expertise and advice to senior/executive management on current and emerging systems trends, practices, opportunities, and risks within area of expertise

- KEY ACTIVITIES

Control the PtP organization

Review the Global Process Model, DTPs and Job Aids bi-annually/annually
Liaise with external audit
Manage level 3 escalations

Manage PtP processes

Monitor end to end processes and working together with Process Excellence, Shared Services/ BPO to continually implement improvements
Do research and bring in 'industry trends' and digital PtP process knowledge (e.g. RPA)

Manage PtP policies

Ensure policies are in line with latest legal and regulatory requirements
Align internal requirements with policies and/or procedures
Develop white papers to document significant accounting events
Implement new policies and/or procedures

Provide PtP analytics

Design and perform monthly management and analytical reporting

- OTHER TASK/ACTIVITIES

Involves providing unique, high impact, technical or expert advice to directors or officers within a region or internationally.

Based on the strategic and tactical priorities for PtP, the COE PTP Advisor leads and drives projects to enhance the PtP process overall.

In addition to regular partnering with regional business stakeholders on PtP-related process and system issues, advises all parties – business stakeholders, shared services, and FedEx suppliers – on solutions to complex PtP challenges while also helping to deploy specific solutions and improvements.

Finally, COE PTP Advisors leverage their proximity to business stakeholders and in-depth knowledge to lead complex, high-impact PtP projects including complex query handling (level 3) and business partnering for new requirements.

Specialist:
Involves the application of specialist knowledge which may include providing specialist advice to employees, management or suppliers, managing or maintaining systems or processes or completing projects to develop or changing systems or processes as appropriate.

Job Responsibilities
Purchase to Pay, Project management, Business & Technical Expertise, Process Specialist, End-to-End Insights, Transformation, Business partnering, Technical Accounting, US GAAP, Local GAAP

Other Duties
May be required to perform other duties as assigned

Geographic Remit
Up to Regional / Europe

Vendor Responsibility
Works Alongside Vendors

Forward Planning Responsibility
Plans and organizes own work on weekly/monthly basis

Process Responsibility
Develops existing and new team processes and procedures

Internal Contacts
Regular interaction with First Line Management/ with Senior Management/ with Directors
with Officers (VP and above)
COE leadership: provide status updates on compliance and adherence to standards and report on improvement progress
SHS: provide input for service management discussions on accounting performance
BPO: review activities performed by chief accountants in the BPO
Process Excellence: align on issues, inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
Business/Operations: align on latest updates on regulatory requirements

External Contacts
Regular interaction with external suppliers and vendors
Occasional interaction with consultants
Regular interaction with government agencies/ authorities, trade associations or similar
External Auditor: provide information necessary for the audit
 

What do you bring?

• Background in Finance.
• Significant Experience in Purchase to Pay and Project management (5-10 years)
• Significant Experience in leading complex and international projects
• Proven experience on how to post an invoice, search for invoices, vendors, payments, purchase orders, etc.
• Significant knowledge and Experience of the end- to- end Purchase to Pay process
• Significant experience with leading (Purchase to Pay) projects
• Significant experience with business partnering (projects) in Purchase to Pay.
• Analytical skills and experience in internal control in an international setting
• Strong understanding of risk, controls, reporting and analytics
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a business environment setting. Other European languages are a plus.
• Proficiency with Excel (Mandatory).
• Accuracy & Attention to Detail.
• Proven Analytical Skills
• Proven Influencing & Persuasion Skills
• Proven Judgement & Decision-Making Skills.
• Proven Leadership Skills.
• Make use of a structured and analytical approach
• Presentation and communication skills
• Keen to learn and approach subjects outside of comfort zone and propose suggestions for improvement.
• Proven and significant experience in an international environment or similar (Plus)
• Successful candidates are adept team players and have excellent critical thinking and communication skills. Experience in the Purchase-to-Pay environment of a multi-national company is a must, while experience with finance ERPs (Oracle) and automation is a plus.
• General undergraduate degree (e.g. bachelor’s degree); Accreditation: Specific Business Accreditation,

What do we offer?
• Attractive compensation package
• Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge
• Tuition Assistance Program (*applicable for FedEx positions with a permanent contract)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations
• Employee reduced-rate shipping
• Great career opportunities
• FedEx is one of the worlds most admired companies and trusted brands year after year

• Hybrid persona: Working 3 days in the office, 2 days from home

Bring your ideas, individuality, and dreams to our global community. Feel good about where you work. Choose your career path - we’re ready to invest in your development. Join FedEx.

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FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all

Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

Our Culture

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.