Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable (A/P) Manager

Location: Houston, TX Onsite 3 days, remote 2 days per week

About the Company: The company operates a fleet of U.S.-flagged heavy-lift vessels delivering complex cargo solutions for government and commercial clients across the globe. Headquartered in Houston, the company supports high-stakes logistics and transportation projects with precision and compliance.

Position Summary: We are seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the full-cycle accounts payable function. The A/P Manager will lead the team responsible for invoice processing, vendor management, payment execution, and month-end close. This role will drive process improvements, ensure internal controls are met, and support financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the Accounts Payable team
• Oversee timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, PO matching, and payment runs
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, tax regulations, and contractual obligations
• Maintain vendor relationships, resolve escalated issues, and oversee vendor onboarding and compliance (W-9s, 1099s)
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and A/P accruals
• Manage A/P reporting, metrics, and month-end close processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and system enhancements
• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely expense recognition
• Serve as the subject matter expert for the Workday A/P module; support configuration and system updates as needed
• Support internal and external audits, including SOX compliance and audit documentation

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience
• 1+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role
• Deep knowledge of A/P best practices, vendor compliance, and financial controls
• Proven experience managing a high-volume, multi-entity A/P environment

Nice to Have:

• Workday Financials experience strongly preferred
• Prior experience in maritime, logistics, or government contracting environments is a plus