Careers that Change LivesAs an SAP Accounts Payable IT Technical Analyst, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing the SAP system to support Accounts Payable operations including several upstream and downstream processes. Your role in the SAP AP & EEM (Concur) IT Team involves working with the Sourcing, Accounts Payable, EEM and Treasury business and the AP (SAP, ReadSoft), EEM (Concur) and Kofax IT Support teams to conduct the following duties; Configuring and maintaining SAP Accounts Payable and Employee Expense Management (Concur) applications to meet Medtronic functional requirements (policy workflows, integrating with upstream processes of procurement, travel, event management, expenses, services, contracted services and contingent sourcing as well as with downstream processes related to integrations with banks or check management).This individual would be responsible to configure systems for accounts payable invoice processing, ensuring 2-way and 3-way matching, workflow for non-PO based invoices, payment approvals, check and bank payments, based on payment policies and terms, manual and automated bank integrations and cash management, SOX Compliance and risk management. You will conduct the Concur Admin role liaising with SAP Concur for support and reporting requests, provision Concur user access, conduct Concur configuration to meet country allowances and develop Concur (Cognos) reports to meet business requirements. You would also be supporting current and future Accounts Payable solutions for electronic invoicing and invoice verification, invoice scanning (Kofax) and bank payment processes and other process optimizations (Dynamic Discounting and Supply Chain Finance). You will act as a liaison between the sourcing, accounts payable and IT departments, ensuring that the SAP system aligns with the organization's Accounts Payable goals and policies. This position is expected to engage with the business and analyse and delineate requirements, draft and review function specifications, configure SAP and Concur systems for the AP & EEM functional areas, engage with development teams, plan and execute testing and eventually deploy and support the functionality in production.A Day in the Life·Upstream Process Integration:oCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP ECC Accounts Payable functionalities into upstream processes, including direct and indirect procurement, travel and expense management, ad-hoc and contracted services, contingent sourcing, and any manual or automated payments.oEnsure seamless data flow and real-time synchronization between Accounts Payable and upstream modules to optimize end-to-end business processes.·Accounts Payable Core (SAP, ReadSoft and Kofax) Processes:oLead the design and implementation of efficient invoice processing workflows, balancing manual, and automated procedures.oSupport and deliver solutions for accounts payable invoice scanning and approval workflow solution systems (Kofax and ReadSoft)oImplement payment processes in adherence to payment policies, terms, and regulatory requirements.oManage system processes for check and bank payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial protocols.oProvide IT oversight and direction for support tickets and error handling related to Accounts Payable & EEM (Concur).·Employee Expense Management (Concur)oProvide backup support to the Concur Admin role (includingprovisioning of Concur user access and updating the Concur configuration to fulfilcompany Travel and Expense policy and country allowances).oLiaise with SAP Concur to provide support, configuration changes or reporting requirements.oPrepare Concur (Cognos) reporting to fulfil business requirements.·Bank Integrations:oImplement and maintain both manual and automated bank integrations to facilitate secure and timely financial transactions.oCollaborate with IT and financial teams to troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to bank payments and integrations.·Cash Management and Treasury Functions:oSupport the Treasury team to implement solutions for effective cash management within the SAP environment.oSOX Compliance and Risk Management:oEnsure systems are in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations and internal controls related to Accounts Payable system processes.oIdentify and mitigate risks associated with payment processes, data security, and financial transactions.·Documentation and Reporting:oMaintain comprehensive documentation of integration processes, configurations, and workflows.oCoordinate requirements and design regular reports for analysis related to Accounts Payable performance, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.oSupport the business to provide AP & EEM (Concur) Reporting.·Training and Support:oProvide training to end-users on new functionalities, ensuring a smooth transition and optimal utilization of SAP capabilities.oOffer ongoing support to resolve issues, answer queries, and address concerns related to Accounts Payable and integrated processes.14+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree or 5+ years of experience with an advanced degree or equivalent work experience. ·Proven experience in SAP support/implementations, with a focus on Accounts Payable and integrated modules.·Strong understanding of financial processes, payment policies, and regulatory compliance.·Experience with ReadSoft, Kofax and Employee Expense Management (Concur) Applications.·Experience with Global rollouts.·Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.·Problem-solving mindset and ability to troubleshoot complex integration issues.·Familiarity with payments to banks/cash management and treasury functions.·Knowledge of SOX compliance and risk management practices.·Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.·SQL, PowerBI and (Concur) Cognos Reporting experience.·Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.·Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.Must Have: Minimum RequirementsNice to Have·Experience implementing SAP S4/HANA.·Prior Pharma and/or Medical Device experience is desired.About MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)#MEICITJOBS
