Lead Finance Application Support Specialist

Lead - Finance Application Support

About Our Company

Ameriprise India LLP has been providing client based financial solutions to help clients plan and achieve their financial objectives for 20 years. We are part of Ameriprise Financial Inc., a US financial planning company headquartered in Minneapolis with a global presence and diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. The firm’s focus areas include Asset Management and Advice, Retirement Planning and Insurance Protection.

Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions, and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So, if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares, take the next step and create a career at Ameriprise India LLP.

Job Description

The Workday Accounts Payable (AP) Consultant is responsible for implementing, configuring, optimizing, and supporting the Accounts Payable module within Workday Financials. This role involves collaborating with business stakeholders, analyzing financial processes, designing solutions, performing configurations, managing integrations, and ensuring smooth end‑to‑end operations for AP functions such as supplier setup, invoice processing, payments, settlements, reporting, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Workday AP Implementation & Configuration

• Lead or support the configuration of the Workday Accounts Payable module, including: Supplier setup & supplier onboarding Supplier categories & business processes Invoice processing, Payment processing (ACH, wire, check) Settlements & payment runs Withholding tax & compliance setup

• Configure Workday business processes, EIBs, validations, condition rules, and notifications.

2. Process Design & Functional Consulting

• Analyze existing AP processes, identify gaps, and recommend Workday‑aligned best practices.

• Facilitate functional design workshops and gather detailed requirements.

• Create functional specifications for enhancements and integrations.

3. Integration Support

• Work with technical teams on integrations related to: Banks (payment files, bank statements) Supplier networks Procurement systems ERP or legacy systems

• Support testing of inbound/outbound AP integration files.

4. Testing & Deployment

• Prepare test scripts (Unit Testing, SIT, UAT, Regression).

• Execute end‑to‑end testing for AP scenarios.

• Support cutover planning and production deployments.

5. Post‑Production Support

• Troubleshoot AP incidents, resolve system issues, and perform root-cause analysis.

• Support Workday bi‑annual releases and analyze impact on AP processes.

• Provide ongoing system improvements and enhancements.

6. Reporting & Analytics

• Create and enhance AP reports and dashboards in Workday.

• Support audit requirements through system controls and data reporting.

7. Stakeholder & Training Support

• Partner with Finance, Procurement, and IT teams to ensure smooth operations.

• Conduct training for end‑users, AP teams, and functional analysts.

• Prepare user guides, SOPs, and knowledge‑base documentation.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5–9 years of Financials experience in any ERP (ex- Peoplesoft, SAP, Oracle etc), specifically in Accounts Payable.

• Strong understanding of AP processes: invoice lifecycle, payments.

• Experience with integrations such as banks, procurement, or legacy ERP systems.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Procurement, Expenses, Supplier Accounts, Banking & Settlements.

• Background in Finance, Accounting, or related fields.

• Experience working in shared services, global finance operations, or consulting environments.

• Logical and structured approach to problem solving.

• Ability to work in fast‑paced environments.

• Strong documentation and presentation skills.

• Team collaboration and client‑facing consulting skills.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time

Timings

(2:00p-10:30p)

India Business Unit

AWMPO AWMP&S President's Office

Job Family Group

Finance

Ameriprise India LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.

Experience Level

Senior Level