Group Manager – PTP SME

Job Title: Group Manager – PTP SME Company: IBM Job Category: SAP FICO Roles & Responsibilities: Introduction We are seeking a seasoned Finance Transformation Leader specialising in Procure to Pay (P2P) / Accounts Payable (AP) to spearhead process optimisation, AI\-enabled automation, and strategic efficiency initiatives. This role requires a blend of value enablement and execution, stakeholder engagement, and transformation leadership to drive AI\-powered financial improvements while ensuring seamless business continuity. The ideal candidate will bridge deep P2P domain expertise with hands\-on capability in deploying Generative AI, Agentic AI, and intelligent automation solutions across the AP value chain Your Role And Responsibilities * Strategic Finance \& AI Transformation * Develop and execute a roadmap for AP process transformation integrating AI, automation, and analytics at each stage of the P2P lifecycle. * Identify and prioritise AI use cases across invoice processing, exception management, vendor master governance, and payment optimisation. * Design Target Operating Models that embed AI Agents, co\-pilots, and intelligent workflows as standard delivery components. * Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and AI\-augmented methodologies to drive operational excellence in AP processes. * Support new solution development via sole source, RFP, and renewal activities, including AI\-differentiated value propositions. * AI \& Technology Leadership in P2P * Oversee end\-to\-end AI deployment across the P2P stack, including Generative AI invoice extraction, AI\-driven exception triage, and predictive payment analytics. * Lead implementation of Agentic AI workflows (e.g., Microsoft Copilot Studio, IBM watsonx) to automate recurring AP tasks such as intercompany billing, PO matching, and payment runs. * Evaluate and implement AP automation tools, including RPA, AI\-native platforms (Hypatos, Kofax, Esker), and S/4HANA intelligent automation capabilities. * Govern AI model performance, hallucination risk, and exception escalation paths in production AP environments. * Drive POC\-to\-production scaling of AI solutions, including Smart Billing AI Assistants and Vendor Master AI cleansing tools. * Assess and bring forward differentiated AI solutions that strengthen IBM's market position in F\&A BPO. * Stakeholder \& Vendor Management * Cultivate strong relationships with senior finance leaders, CPOs, and external partners to align AP transformation and AI adoption goals. * Collaborate with global finance teams to ensure standardisation, compliance, and AI governance across international payment regulations. * Lead negotiations with ERP vendors, AI platform providers, and financial institutions to deliver cost\-effective, future\-ready payment solutions. * Operational Excellence \& Compliance * Establish and maintain KPIs for AP performance inclusive of AI impact metrics: touchless invoice rate, AI exception resolution rate, straight\-through processing (STP) %, and cost\-per\-invoice. * Ensure adherence to financial governance policies, regulatory frameworks (GST, e\-invoicing mandates, Peppol), and AI ethics standards. * Conduct periodic audits to assess fraud risks, AP controls, and AI model integrity. * Create sub\-offerings to add incremental AI\-enabled value to client engagements. * Consulting \& Change Management * Drive AP process improvement initiatives leveraging AI diagnostics, process mining, and intelligent benchmarking. * Develop a structured change management approach covering AI adoption readiness, workforce reskilling, and digital trust building. * Conduct training and upskilling sessions on AI\-augmented AP tools, Copilot/Claude usage, and Prompt Engineering for finance teams. * Leadership \& Communication * Lead a high\-performing finance transformation team, mentoring professionals in AP strategy and AI\-enabled delivery. * Present AP transformation insights, AI business cases, and financial impact reports to senior leadership and board members. * Foster a culture of continuous innovation, AI experimentation, cost efficiency, and accountability in finance operations. Model risk management, AI audit trails, hallucination controls, GDPR/data privacy in AI\-enabled AP workflows SAP S/4HANA Intelligent Invoice Management, SAP Cash Application, Oracle AI for Payables, Workday AI features AI Change Management Work Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Availability: Full time

AI Skills \& Competency Framework – P2P AI Skill Domain Required Proficiency / Tools Generative AI for AP Prompt engineering for invoice extraction and exception resolution; experience with LLM\-based AP copilots (Microsoft Copilot, Claude,GPT\-4\) Preferred Education Master's Degree Required Technical And Professional Expertise * Deep expertise in P2P / AP processes, procurement finance, and shared services environments * Consulting experience in finance transformation, AI\-enabled automation, and process reengineering. * Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders in finance, operations, and procurement. * Hands\-on experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA, Oracle, Workday) and AI\-native AP automation platforms. * Ability to architect AI solutions from POC through to scaled production deployment in BPO environments. * Strategic mindset with the ability to quantify and communicate AI\-driven cost efficiencies and STP gains. * Exceptional communication skills – able to translate AI strategies into actionable finance insights for C\-suite audiences. Preferred Technical And Professional Experience * MBA, CA, or CPA qualification will be an advantage. * Certification in Lean Six Sigma, AI for Finance, Microsoft Copilot Studio, or IBM watsonx. * Experience in global finance transformation and shared service centre environments. * Familiarity with e\-invoicing regulatory mandates (India GST, EU Peppol, ZATCA) and their AI compliance implications. Key Skills: Accounts Payable Salary: Not disclosed