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Tropicana Brands Group · 9 hours ago

Senior Finance Manager - Global Process Owner, Procure-to-Pay

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $175K/yr

8+ years exp

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. They are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Manager of Finance to lead and optimize the global Procure-to-Pay function, ensuring operational excellence and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Food & Beverages

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the P2P team in applying sound financial analysis and management, strong business acumen, and effective internal controls to ensure accurate, timely, and GAAP compliant transactional processing

Lead the global Procure-to-Pay (P2P) function, ensuring end-to-end efficiency, standardization, and alignment with business objectives across all regions

Continuously review and optimize P2P processes across internal teams and BPO partners through automation, simplification, and adoption of best practices

Drive performance improvement through benchmarking, data analysis, and the implementation of RPA and AI technologies to enhance AP operations

Ensure compliance and control, maintaining adherence to regulatory requirements, internal controls, and corporate policies

Own and evolve global P2P policies and documentation, supporting ERP enhancements and changing business needs

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing AP team, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement

Collaborate with BPO providers and cross-functional teams, ensuring process alignment, SLA adherence, and shared ownership of outcomes

Partner with IT and business stakeholders to drive ERP and system enhancements that support streamlined, scalable P2P processes

Qualification

Procure-to-Pay expertiseSAP S/4 HanaProcess improvementAccounts Payable managementRPAAI technologiesVendor Master Data managementUS GAAP knowledgeTeam leadershipCommunication skillsCritical thinkingProblem-solving

Required

8+ years of relevant experience having designed and run Accounts Payable, Travel & Expense, (including related taxes) and Vendor Master data management operations within a medium to large corporate setting

5+ years of management experience with direct team oversight, including coaching and mentoring staff

In-depth expertise in Procure-to-Pay best practices and experience managing processes in a BPO environment

Strong knowledge of SAP S/4 Hana, Concur, and associated PTP automation tools

Experience in process improvement, automation (RPA, AI), and driving operational efficiencies

Strong understanding of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal controls

Hands-on, collaborative, proactive, and comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

Ability to inspire, lead, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and operational excellence

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced – ever changing –environment

Exceptional communication skills written and verbal

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Able to tackle ambiguous problems to determine and prioritize business strategy

Demonstrated ability to implement short and long-term strategies to support organizational operations and transformation

Ability to lead, influence, and collaborate across functions to drive results through formal and informal channels

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field

Must be located in Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment

Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future