Sr. Principal - Finance Applications and Architecture Digital Technology Solutions

Ingredion Incorporated; Westchester (IL); Hybrid; USD 149,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated is seeking a Sr. Principal, Finance Digital Technology Solutions in Westchester, IL, hybrid work arrangement.

You will drive SAP S/4HANA Central Finance strategy and coordinate Finance Transformation efforts across global teams. The role requires 10+ years in Finance Technology, ERP or Digital Transformation, with strong SAP expertise, data governance, and executive stakeholder partnership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Deep expertise in Product Costing and with SAP S/4HANA Central Finance (CFIN).
• Experience supporting M&A integrations and finance data harmonization.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• 10+ years leading Finance Technology, ERP, or Digital Transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Define, prioritize, and advance the SAP S/4HANA Central Finance strategy and roadmap.
• Lead global Finance Transformation initiatives, including process harmonization and reporting modernization.
• Manage ERP assessments, data migration, and Day-1 readiness for M&A integrations.
• Provide leadership for finance architecture, data governance, and enterprise reporting.

Skills

Finance transformation

SAP S/4HANA Central Finance

ERP modernization

Communications

M&A integration

Executive partnership

Data governance

Program delivery

Finance processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

SAP ECC 6.0

S/4 Central Payments

Group Reporting

SAC

PaPM

Job description

About Ingredion: Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Westchester, IL Workplace Type: Hybrid

The Sr. Principal, Finance Digital Technology Solutions is a strategic technology leader responsible for advancing Ingredion's global Finance Transformation roadmap. The position partners closely with Finance teams to deliver business value through technology innovation, global process standardization, ERP modernization, enterprise reporting, and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) integrations. The role serves as a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders, ensuring that digital investments align with Finance strategy and corporate growth objectives. This role reports to the Sr. Director and Digital Partner Global HR, Finance, and F&II LATAM.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with Finance, Integrated Global Services, Tax, Treasury and Digital Technology teams to define, prioritize, and advance the strategy, roadmap, and ongoing evolution of SAP S/4HANA Central Finance (CFIN), and related Finance technologies.


• Drive global Finance Transformation initiatives, including process harmonization, reporting modernization, automation, and shared services enablement.


• Lead the Finance technology workstream for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and legal entity integrations, including ERP assessments, master data harmonization, reporting integration, data migration, and Day-1 readiness planning.


• Provide leadership for finance architecture, integrations, data governance, and enterprise reporting capabilities.


• Manage complex global programs through design, testing, deployment, cutover, hypercare, and optimization.


• Ensure solutions meet compliance, security, audit, and internal control requirements.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.


• Deep expertise in Product Costing and with SAP S/4HANA Central Finance (CFIN), SAP ECC 6.0, S/4 Central Payments, Group Reporting, SAC, PaPM.


• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, collaboration and program delivery skills.


• Demonstrated experience supporting M&A integrations, including application rationalization, chart of accounts alignment, finance master data harmonization, reporting integration, and organizational transitions.


• Strong understanding of finance processes including Product Costing, General Ledger, Financial Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, Fixed Assets, Tax, and Consolidations.


• Experience with finance and enterprise applications such as einvoicing, Vertex, Trintech/Cadency, Esker, Concur and related integration technologies.


• Strong understanding of enterprise integrations, APIs, middleware platforms, and data architecture.


• 10+ years of experience leading Finance Technology, ERP, or Digital Transformation initiatives.

Who you are:

• SAP S/4HANA Central Finance (CFIN) leadership


• Global Finance Transformation expertise


• Group Reporting and enterprise reporting architecture


• Finance-centric M&A integration experience


• Executive stakeholder partnership and strategic leadership

Why Join Ingredion?

• Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success


• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being


• Flexible Work Arrangements- We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally


• Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement


• Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally


• Employee Discount Program - Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel #LI-BS1

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs. Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available: Yes, Within Country Pay Range: $149,400.00-$199,200.00 Annual This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any). Incentive Compensation: As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus. Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We share an inspiring purpose - to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation. We have a welcoming and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of varied backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think different and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working.