John Keena
About John Keena
John Keena serves as the Director of Accounts Payable Service Delivery North America at Thomson Reuters, a position he has held since 2017. With extensive experience in various roles at the company, he has played a significant part in developing Accounts Payable infrastructure and managing substantial financial operations.
Work at Thomson Reuters
John Keena has held various positions at Thomson Reuters since 1999. He currently serves as the Director of Accounts Payable Service Delivery North America, a role he has occupied since 2017. Prior to this, he worked as the Director of Expense Process and Infrastructure Solutions from 2015. His earlier roles include Manager of Global Travel Plus, Manager of Payment Systems, and Supervisor of Corporate Accounting. Throughout his tenure, he has contributed to significant projects, including the development of the Accounts Payable infrastructure for a $17 billion business separation.
Education and Expertise
John Keena studied at Lynchburg College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from 1981 to 1985. His educational background supports his extensive experience in accounts payable, expense processes, and financial management. He has developed expertise in governance for technology and real estate groups, overseeing a significant $2.1 billion in spend.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, John Keena worked at Norwalk Hospital as Manager of Accounts Payable from 1988 to 1999. His career in finance and accounting spans over three decades, with a strong focus on accounts payable and expense management. His various roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations and process improvements.
Achievements
In his current role, John Keena has established a clear escalation path for business and suppliers, enhancing operational efficiency through necessary training and support. He has led the transition of Accounts Payable services during acquisitions and divestitures, ensuring seamless integration. Additionally, he supports a newly created Travel & Expense team in transitioning their platform from on-premise to cloud, further improving operational effectiveness.