We have an exciting opportunity for an ERP Accounts Payable Specialist / Subject Matter Expert. This is an remote opportunity to work with a crown corporation on an exciting ERP implementation. The contract will run for 9 months to start. 

Key Details

• Hours: 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday, EST
• Location: Remote - Preference for candidates in Ontario
• Clearance: Reliability (must hold or be able to get)
• Duration: 9 months to start
• Desired Start Date: March 2025
• Must Have: 3 to 5 years in system implementations, focusing on ERP systems (Oracle) and as an Accounts Payable professional using a modern ERP cloud system. 
• Focus: Eclipse Oracle ERP Implementation

Roles and Responsibilities

This role is responsible for being the Functional Subject Matter Expert in Oracle Fusion cloud ERP AP/Expense Application, which will support the implementation and configuration of the Cloud AP and Expense application. The consultant will work closely with the S2C/P2P Lead, project team, and AP/Expense Business Workstream to integrate the Cloud Expense application with other enterprise systems. They will serve as the subject matter expert on the Cloud Accounts Payable and Expense application on the ERP Implementation project. The consultant will develop and manage a high level of knowledge and expertise across ERP systems, policies and procedures, including Accounts Payable, vendor management, and Expenses. They will use their insight and analysis to shape Procurement governance and operational controls to improve the function's efficiency and drive optimal Procurement performance and best practices.

Qualifications and Skills

• Works with the S2C/P2P lead and other SMEs to define and plan the work to be done for the workstream. Gain acceptance with the business process owner.
• Attend project delivery meetings as required.
• Supports the project scoping and planning activities, including requirements gathering, gap identification & analysis, and solution design documentation.
• Assists with design and functional process workshops for Accounts Payable and Expense Applications.
• Provides expert guidance and recommendations on configuring, customizing, and extending Finance ERP Cloud modules to meet AP/Expense requirements.
• Documents the existing process using flow charts, manuals, and other documentation to show the existing processes effectively. 
• Analyses, evaluates and proposes recommendations to implement and improve the current process by assessing existing policies, procedures & controls.
• Create documentation detailing process improvements, showing the improvements and corresponding details of the implementation. Include step-by-step instructions so that anyone can follow through and implement them.
• Updates department Procedures and Policies, recommending changes and improvements and consistently eliminating irrelevant or inconsistent policies, procedures, and processes.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including finance, IT, and project management, to ensure successful implementation and integration of project accounting solutions.
• Conducts system testing, identified and resolved issues, and supports end-users during the testing and post-implementation phases.
• Assists in the development of training documents and provides training and knowledge transfer to end-users, enabling them to utilize A/P and expense functionalities within the Finance Cloud system.
• Facilitate change management within AP and answering queries/alleviating fears.
• Minimum two completed Cloud ERP implementation experiences or equivalent experience.
• Functional lead experience within the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Expenses, Accounts or Procurement, including sub-ledger application configurations.
• Experience with UAT.
• Ability to Configure Cloud ERP Applications to meet client requirements and document application set-ups.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work tactfully and within a unionized environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on identifying and resolving security issues

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in system implementations, focusing on ERP systems.
• 3-5 years of experience as an Account Payable Manager (or equivalent relevant experience) using a modern ERP cloud system.
• Oracle Fusion P2P process and system expertise. 
• Proven experience in Oracle Expense Management
• Bilingualism (English and French) would be an asset.