AP Project lead - GBS
Full Time - Hybrid
London with 50% travel to Derby, Krakow and Indianapolis
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Derby with 50% travel to London, Krakow and Indianapolis
THIS IS A SECONDMENT OPPORTUNITY UNTIL 31/03 2027
What you will be doing
Drive and deliver the agreed transformation (simplification, standardisation, and automation) of Invoice to Pay within the Finance Fix the basics program
Ensure that the transformation roadmap and objectives are congruent with the strategic goals for GBS and Finance and that, as such, is future proof: assess for feasibility and sustainability
Review resourcing needs and provide input to the Organisation Design proposed - ensure that the role profiles and JD are aligned to the global Finance design and that capture the key competencies and experience required for each role.
Embed service management including governance, KPI and SLA reporting
Consult with Finance operations leaders in GBS and Internal control as required for process harmonisation and control enhancements
Manage the update to the process documentation and provide assurance that Knowledge material produced is of suitable quality and adequately accessible
Why Rolls-Royce?
Work with us and we’ll welcome you into a culture of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. We will listen first, embrace feedback and act with integrity. We will invest in your continuous learning and development, and make sure you have access to a wide breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career and make a difference.
We offer excellent development, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.
Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.
Who we’re looking for
Qualified accountant (ACCA CIMA or ACA) or international equivalent
Demonstrable finance transformation experience in Invoice to Pay delivering solutions covering people, process and technology
Technology savvy with proven experience in SAP, BW, automation tools.
Global GBS experience
Proven stakeholder management skills
Clear communication tailored to the audience and circumstances
Attention to detail
Ability to see the bigger picture
Ability to risk assess and recommend solution
Join us & help Rolls-Royce to become a high-performing, competitive, resilient business.
Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to
This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade.
It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.
Learn more about our global Inclusion Strategy
Grade: Management Level B
For further information, please contact: Alison Connaughton
Job CategoryFinancePosting Date20 Aug 2026; 00:08Posting End Date28 Aug 2026Skills Required
- Qualified accountant ACCA CIMA or ACA or international equivalent
- Demonstrable finance transformation experience in STP delivering people, process and technology solutions
- Proven experience in SAP
- Proven experience in BW
- Experience with automation tools
- Global GBS experience
- Proven stakeholder management skills
- Clear, audience-tailored communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to see the bigger picture
- Ability to risk assess and recommend solutions
Rolls-Royce Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is strengthened by a U.S. 401(k) program and recent Indianapolis agreements that enhanced retirement benefits. This foundation is complemented by an ongoing company emphasis on competitive retirement provisions across regions.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity value is broadened through a global employee share plan with a broad-based grant in 2024. A matched-purchase program introduced in 2025 further extends access to share ownership.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible benefits are highlighted through a holistic, choice-based package and flexible working principles under the People Deal. Regional tailoring provides options spanning wellbeing, recognition, and other locally relevant rewards.
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