senior associate L1

Company Description

Re:Sources is the backbone of Publicis Groupe, the world's third-largest communications group. Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Re: Sources has grown to 4,000+ people servicing a global network of prestigious advertising, public relations, media, healthcare and digital marketing agencies. We provide technology solutions and business services including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management to help Publicis Groupe agencies do what they do best: create and innovate for their clients.
In addition to providing essential, everyday services to our agencies, Re:Sources develops and implements platforms, applications and tools to enhance productivity, encourage collaboration and enable professional and personal development. We continually transform to keep pace with our ever-changing communications industry and thrive on a spirit of innovation felt around the globe. With our support, Publicis Groupe agencies continue to create and deliver award-winning campaigns for their clients.

Job Description

Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled AP Essentials Technical Expert for the technical implementation, customization, and support of our AP automation processes. In this role, you will work closely with finance and IT teams to ensure the seamless Implementation, rollout and support of AP Essentials (formerly ReadSoft Online) and drive efficiency through innovative automation solutions. You will provide technical expertise in the integration, configuration, and optimization of AP automation systems to meet business requirements. Key Responsibilities: AP Essentials Expertise: Act as the subject matter expert for AP Essentials, responsible for its deployment, configuration, and optimization. Provide detailed technical input on how AP Essentials can be configured to meet specific business requirements and workflows. Stay up to date with product updates, releases, and industry best practices to recommend improvements and innovations. System Integration: Lead the integration of AP Essentials with SAP system Develop and maintain custom scripts and workflows to enhance system functionality and meet organizational needs. Ensure that AP Essentials integrates smoothly with existing systems, including document management, OCR, and other automation tools. Technical Troubleshooting & Support: Provide high-level technical support and troubleshooting for AP Essentials-related issues. Work closely with internal IT teams and external vendors to diagnose, resolve, and prevent issues in the AP automation system. Manage system upgrades, patches, and performance optimizations to ensure consistent availability and high performance. Process Optimization: Analyze current AP processes and recommend opportunities for process improvements through automation. Implement and test new features, tools, or integrations to optimize invoice capture, approvals, and payment processes. Monitor the performance and utilization of AP Essentials and make data-driven recommendations to improve efficiency and scalability. Training & Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for configurations, integrations, workflows, and system usage. Provide training and knowledge transfer to internal IT teams, AP staff, and key stakeholders on AP Essentials functionalities and best practices. Required Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Experience: 6+ years of hands-on experience working with AP Essentials (formerly ReadSoft Online) or similar AP automation solutions. Experience integrating AP automation tools with ERP systems preferably SAP. Strong understanding of AP processes and automation technologies, including OCR and document management. Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of AP Essentials configuration, scripting, and workflows. Proficiency in relevant programming languages such as Python, SQL, or PowerShell. Experience working with APIs, web services, and data integration. Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, and experience with database management systems. Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both technical and nontechnical teams. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications in AP automation tools or ERP platforms. Familiarity with finance systems and payment processing platforms. Experience with project management methodologies and tools

Qualifications

must have bachelors degree

Additional Information

Publicis Groupe Commitment to Diversity & Equity Policy:

Publicis Groupe is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion in spirit and in action at every level of the organization. It reflects our core values and embodies our purpose of building a great company enabling human potential. We have a deep-rooted appreciation for how diversity of thought drives innovation, and we ground that value in a culture of collaboration and connected thinking.

• Diversity & inclusion are business imperatives on which Publicis Groupe will not negotiate. While fostering a work environment that is inclusive of all talent is a collective responsibility, it is leadership’s job to nurture the career aspirations and goals of all our talent. Promoting gender equality starts at the top and the Groupe will not tolerate anyone speaking for our organization who does not value the importance of inclusion. Publicis Groupe works very hard to champion diversity and will continue to insist that each agency’s leadership be champions of both diversity and inclusion.
• Our Core values “ VIVA LA DIFFERENC’E is based on the very aspect of celebrating differences 
• Our strategy focuses on bringing together teams with diverse perspectives, disciplines, and experiences, because diversity of thought best serves our clients and their customers who they aspire to impact

Equal Employment Commitment:

1. We provide equal opportunities to all our employees and to all eligible applicants for employment in our company. We do not unfairly discriminate on any ground, including race, caste, religion, color, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age, nationality, ethnic origin, disability or any other category protected by applicable law.
2. When recruiting, developing and promoting our employees, our decisions will be based solely on performance, merit, competence and potential.
3. We shall have fair, transparent and clear employee policies which promote diversity and equality, in accordance with applicable law and other provisions of this Code. These policies shall provide for clear terms of employment, training, development and performance management.