SAP GL​/AP – General Ledger & Accounts Payable Consultant

Job Title

SAP GL/AP – General Ledger & Accounts Payable Consultant

06 months+ Contract

Seeking an experienced SAP Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Specialist

Client is in Toledo, (so travel to this area - closest airport is Detroit) is required 1x per month, Mon-Thurs.

Candidate can be anywhere in US, working EST hours ideally

Must be onsite in at client site week 1

We are seeking an experienced GL/AP Senior to support finance operations with a focus on general ledger integrity, accounts payable, and financial close activities within an SAP environment. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing month-end close processes, and maintaining strong internal controls across AP and GL functions.

• Oversee general ledger and accounts payable accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards [expertia.ai]
• Execute and lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals []
• Perform account reconciliations (balance sheet, AP subledger to GL) and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner []
• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice validation, payment processing, and vendor account reconciliation [jobcopy.ai]
• Ensure accurate recording of accruals, deferrals, and adjustments within the general ledger []
• Support financial reporting, including preparation of monthly financial statements and variance analysis
• Maintain and enforce internal controls (SOX) and support audit readiness, including documentation and audit requests
• Partner with procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure proper expense recognition and cost accuracy
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to improve cost control, working capital, and reporting quality
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities across GL and AP
• SAP & Tools: SAP ECC / S/4
  
  HANA – FI (GL, AP), financial closing and reporting tools, AP automation tools (e.g., Serrala, similar finance automation platforms – preferred), Advanced Excel and reporting tools

5–8+ years of experience in general ledger and/or accounts payable accounting

Strong expertise in SAP FI (GL/AP) and financial close processes

Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial reporting

Proven experience with account reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries

Experience supporting month-end close and financial audits

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments (e.g., Owens Corning–type)
• Exposure to S/4
  
  HANA transformation or system enhancements
• Familiarity with AP automation tools (Serrala or similar)
• CPA or equivalent certification (preferred)
• Experience in shared services or global finance operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work cross-functionally with finance, procurement, and operations teams
• High attention to detail and commitment to audit-compliant processes
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced close cycle environment

Optional Add-ons (if you want to tailor further)

• Experience with divestitures, carve-outs, or TSA accounting
• Experience handling intercompany accounting and reconciliations
• Exposure to profit center or segment reporting