Junior Principal Consultant - AP SME

Extropy is seeking a Junior Consultant to support the design, configuration, and delivery of Accounts Payable (AP) automation and P2P transformation solutions.

This role works closely with senior consultants, project leads, and solution architects to execute client deliverables and learn the foundational skills required for future AP SME or Project Leadership roles.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn automation platforms such as Basware or Esker, and passionate about improving financial operations through technology.

Key Responsibilities

AP Delivery Support

• Assist in AP process mapping, configuration documentation, and UAT preparation.


• Support testing of invoice workflows, matching rules, and data validations.


• Maintain accurate project documentation in Asana, SharePoint, or client repositories.


• Support troubleshooting activities during Hypercare and issue triage.


• Participate in client workshops and take structured notes for configuration follow-up.


• Contribute to solution quality checks under the supervision of senior consultants.

Project Support & Governance

• Partner with assigned Project Manager for progress tracking and deliverable status.


• Update task lists, dependencies, and issue logs within project tools.


• Help prepare meeting minutes, follow-up summaries, and configuration trackers.


• Escalate risks or delays promptly through proper governance channels.

Collaboration & Learning

• Shadow AP SMEs during client design or review sessions.


• Participate in internal knowledge-sharing sessions.


• Take ownership of 1–2 recurring delivery activities (e.g., daily queue monitoring or KPI updates).

Proposed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Delivery Leadership

• Achieve ≥85% of project milestones delivered on time and within defined scope (under PM or Lead SME oversight).


• Maintain stakeholder satisfaction ≥4.3/5 across assigned workstreams.


• Ensure 100% completion of assigned deliverables prior to UAT or Go-Live checkpoints.


• Contribute to risk and issue logs proactively with clear mitigation recommendations.

Technical & Process Excellence

• Resolve ≥90% of assigned AP-related incidents within SLA (target: <48 hours for high-priority tickets).


• Maintain zero critical defects in AP configurations post–UAT.


• Develop or document 2+ reusable AP solution components or job aids per quarter.


• Participate in peer reviews for AP design/configuration with an error rate <5%.


• Support baseline automation or optimization initiatives under senior SME guidance.

Team & Capability Development

• Shadow Senior SMEs or Solution Architects on at least 2 complex client engagements per quarter.


• Deliver 1 internal knowledge-sharing session per quarter (e.g., walkthrough of AP design, troubleshooting, or localization topic).


• Maintain learning progress on assigned Basware/ERP/AP modules (certification or internal validation targets ≥90% completion).


• Receive positive peer feedback ≥4/5 in collaboration and knowledge-sharing categories.

Business Impact

• Maintain a utilization rate of 70–75% on billable engagements.


• Contribute to solution scoping or pre-sales artifacts for at least 1 opportunity per quarter.


• Identify at least one process improvement or cross-sell opportunity per project and escalate to Lead or PM.


• Support creation of client-facing documentation or training materials for AP-related solutions.

Progression Goal:

• Develop the core functional, analytical, and delivery skills to progress into a

  Consultant or Principal Consultant

  role within 18–24 months by demonstrating ownership of specific AP workstreams and foundational project governance understanding.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

Required Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in finance, AP operations, or ERP/automation support.


• Foundational knowledge of invoice workflows, PO matching, and AP controls.


• Exposure to Basware, Esker, or similar platforms is preferred (training provided).


• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and documentation tools.


• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.


• Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, or Information Systems (or equivalent experience).

Technical Skills

· Deep functional and configuration knowledge of Basware or equivalent AP automation platforms.

· Understanding integration design, data mapping, and workflow automation frameworks.

· Experience establishing process governance and compliance controls in AP and procurement operations.

· Familiarity with Agile and hybrid delivery methodologies.

· Proficiency in tools such as Asana, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Visio for governance and client communication.

Soft Skills

· Exceptional client-facing communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

· Ability to influence and guide stakeholders toward practical, outcome-driven decisions.

· Experience mentoring consultants and developing internal capabilities.

· Calm and composed under pressure, confident, and engaging with executive sponsors.

Education Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Information Technology, or related fields preferred.

· Project Management certification (PMP, Agile, Scrum Master) preferred.

· Basware or equivalent platform certification preferred.

Work Arrangement

• Remote


• 9AM to 5PM EST with flexibility working with global teams across multiple time zones.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel for workshops, training, or project go-lives (as required).