Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager

Joining the Metallus team means becoming part of a legacy that dates back over a century. We are an industry leader, manufacturing the cleanest steel in the world for companies in the industrial, aerospace and defense, automotive, and energy markets. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. The purpose of this position is to provide direct oversight and management of the Accounts Payable (AP) function within Metallus. Primary responsibilities include ensuring the timely and accurate entry of supplier invoices, assisting with the research and resolution of discrepancies and exceptions, ensuring timely responses to supplier's general AP inquiries, and maintaining a balanced workload across the AP team. The role is also responsible for ensuring all 1099 forms are completed prior to IRS deadlines, overseeing month end close activities, and managing AP automated processes, including payment runs. Additionally, this position initiates daily ACH, wire, and in house check payments, and supports audits and compliance with established internal controls. This position requires in-depth knowledge, problem solving, a continuous improvement mindset, and strong interpersonal and organizational skills within a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Direct oversight of the AP/Expenses month end close process, including general ledger accruals to ensure liabilities are recorded in the correct period, and monitor, troubleshoot, and reconcile other cash clearing accounts
• Recognized expert in dispute resolution including research, follow-up, and clearing
• Monitor APSTEELHELP for timely responses within 48-72 hours
• Manage and develop Accounts Payable team, including mid-year and year end performance review
• In-depth knowledge to manage and oversee 1099 filings requirement by IRS
• Oversight of AP systems, payment runs, and application interfaces to ensure automated jobs function properly
• Establish and proactively monitor Accounts Payable KPIs
• Oversee GR/IR to ensure all items in the accrued liability are resolved prior to 90 days
• Manage and oversee aged outstanding checks and escheat unclaimed funds to the state, when applicable
• Ensure compliance with all financial and SOX controls
• Oversee audit requests for internal and external audits, including SOX testing as needed
• Maintain and update work instructions for standard operating procedures
• Lead AP automation projects with focus on cost targets

Technical Skills:

• Strong PC skills including Excel (formulas, pivots, analysis)
• Ability to write and speak clearly, easily communicating issues and potential solutions
• Ability to solve problems related to the origin of disputes and errors in cash application
• Knowledge of SAP (S/4 Hana)
• Understanding of the General ledger and Balance sheet as it relates to accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop direct reports

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma with 12 years of experience leading AP or other finance teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate of Accounting or related field with 9 years of experience leading AP or other finance teams
• Bachelors of Accounting or related field with 7 years of experience leading AP or other finance teams

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