Accounts Payable Operations Manager

Ghai Management Services, Inc. (GMSI) is seeking a hands-on Accounts Payable Operations Manager to support a growing multi-concept restaurant organization operating more than 260 Burger King, Taco Bell, and Popeyes locations across multiple states. Reporting to the Operations Controller, this role will lead accounts payable operations across a complex multi-entity environment while working closely with our outsourced accounting partner to ensure transactions are accurately coded, allocated, accrued, reconciled, and processed in a timely manner. This is not a traditional AP Manager role. We are seeking a working manager who is willing to roll up their sleeves, solve problems, improve processes, drive accountability, and support a high-performing finance organization. Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day accounts payable operations across multiple entities and restaurant concepts. Coordinate AP-related activities with the Company’s outsourced accounting partner. Review coding, allocations, accruals, reconciliations, and payment processing accuracy. Support month-end close and audit activities. Manage vendor relationships and resolve payment issues. Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficiencies. Support acquisitions, integrations, and new store openings. Leverage technology and AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and related solutions to improve productivity, documentation, research, and process effectiveness. Qualifications 5+ years of progressive accounts payable, accounting operations, or related accounting experience. Experience working in a multi-entity environment preferred. Experience working with outsourced accounting teams, shared service organizations, or third-party accounting providers preferred. Strong understanding of AP processes, accrual accounting, reconciliations, allocations, and internal controls. Experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems preferred. Advanced Excel skills. Restaurant, retail, hospitality, franchise, or other multi-location operating experience preferred. Why Join GMSI Support a growing organization operating more than 260 locations. Exposure to complex multi-entity accounting and finance operations. Work directly with senior finance leadership. Opportunity to drive process improvement and organizational growth. Apply directly through LinkedIn or submit your resume to our recruiting team for consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ghai Restaurants