Global AP Transformation Leader - Automation & Analytics

arraytechinc; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

arraytechinc in Chandler, AZ seeks a Manager, Accounts Payable to lead a strategic transformation of the AP function into a scalable, data-driven operation. You will drive automation, AI enablement, KPI development, and SOX-compliant controls while partnering with Accounting and Finance leadership.

This role builds a high-performing team across regions, standardizes processes, and ensures accurate reporting, cash management, and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in AP or shared services, with significant leadership experience.
• Proven experience in AP transformation and automation.
• Strong understanding of SOX and internal controls.
• Experience with AP automation tools (Medius or similar).
• Experience with AI tools, process mining, or advanced analytics preferred.
• Experience working across global teams and multiple regions.
• Strong leadership, change management, and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the evolution of the AP function into a best-in-class, highly automated operation.
• Assess and evolve team structure and capabilities to align with automation and analytics-driven AP.
• Drive AP transformation initiatives across US, Brazil, and Spain teams (including acquired entities).
• Partner with leadership and third-party consultants to evaluate and redesign transactional service models.
• Own optimization and stabilization of Medius implementation, maximizing ROI.
• Drive adoption of AI tools and automation to increase touchless invoice processing.
• Drive measurable improvements in automation adoption and TOC metrics.
• Identify inefficiencies and redesign workflows toward exception-based processing.
• Lead GR/IR cleanup strategy and governance to improve accuracy and visibility.
• Drive vendor adoption of e-invoicing and digital processes to improve efficiency.

Skills

AP transformation

Automation

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

SOX compliance

AI tools

Analytics

Global teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Medius

Job description

arraytechinc in Chandler, AZ seeks a Manager, Accounts Payable to lead a strategic transformation of the AP function into a scalable, data-driven operation. You will drive automation, AI enablement, KPI development, and SOX-compliant controls while partnering with Accounting and Finance leadership.

This role builds a high-performing team across regions, standardizes processes, and ensures accurate reporting, cash management, and audit readiness.