An SAP AP/AR (Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable) role blends accounting operations with ERP system expertise. Key responsibilities include managing vendor invoices, processing payments, reconciling accounts, and handling customer collections within the SAP FI (Financial Accounting) module
Key Responsibilities
Core ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable (AP): Process vendor invoices, manage 3-way matching (Purchase Order, Goods Receipt, Invoice Receipt), execute the Automatic Payment Program (APP), and manage vendor master data.Accounts Receivable (AR): Generate customer invoices, process incoming payments/cash applications, manage credit and dispute management, and execute dunning procedures for overdue accounts.Reconciliation & Month-End: Reconcile AP/AR sub-ledgers with the General Ledger (G/L), transparent open items, and support month-end/year-end closing activities.Cross-Module Integration:
Ensure seamless AP/AR data flow with integration points like Materials Management (MM) for procurement and Sales and Distribution (SD) for order-to-cash (O2C).
Skill Requirements
System Knowledge: Hands-on experience navigating and configuring SAP FI (specifically AP and AR) in SAP ECC or SAP S/4HANA.Business Process Skills: Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and corporate financial reporting.Educational & Certifications: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Information Technology is typically required. An SAP Certification is highly preferred.