P2P Global Process Expert

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – “when you need to be sure” – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.

Job Description

As a Global Process Expert you will serve as a deep subject matter expert (SME) in end-to-end finance processes, supporting cross-functional integration between Record to Report (R2R), Procure to Pay (P2P), Order to Cash (O2C), and related finance operations. This role works closely with process owners, optimization teams, technology, and regional stakeholders to standardize, document, improve, and support the global deployment of finance processes.

Key responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain detailed end-to-end process documentation (Level 4/5) for R2R and related finance processes

2. Act as SME for process design, supporting global harmonization and standardization initiatives

3. Analyze process data and identify opportunities for simplification, control improvement, and automation

4. Support the Global Process Owner (GPO) and Optimization Expert (GPOE) in transformation programs and digital finance initiatives

5. Conduct impact assessments and provide business requirements for ERP enhancements and process technology tools

6. Partner with regional and local finance teams to ensure global process compliance with local regulations

7. Lead or support process testing, training, and change management efforts during new deployments or update

8. Monitor process performance and support KPI design and validation

9. Maintain the global finance process taxonomy and ensure alignment across systems and documentation

10. Facilitate knowledge sharing, user guidance, and best practice forums

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration

• Proven experience in finance operations or shared services, including deep process experience in P2P

• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, Oracle), financial close systems (e.g., BlackLine, Trintech), and process mapping tools (e.g., Signavio)

• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)

• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills

Desirable Skills:

• Process Mapping & SOP Development

• Financial Controls & Compliance

• KPI and SLA Development

• Process Testing & Training Support

• Good communication and matrix stakeholders management

• Analytical Thinking

• Ability to reconcile global standards with local needs

• Ability to bridge finance, operations, and technology

Additional Information

Why SGS?

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification.

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Join Us: At SGS, we are dedicated to fostering an open, friendly, and supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. We value diversity and provide endless opportunities to learn, grow your expertise, and fulfill your potential.