Accounts Payable Manager

***LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY***

Interim Accounts Payable Manager

???? Glendale Heights, IL (100% Onsite)

???? Contract: Estimated at 612+ Months

???? $40/hour W2

???? Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Our Client, a successful privately held HVAC business is seeking a hands-on Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume AP function during a critical transition period. This role will oversee a team of 10+ professionals supporting a fast-paced accounting operation processing approximately 2,000+ invoices per week. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership capabilities, advanced analytical skills, and deep expertise in accounts payable operations, cash forecasting, vendor management, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounts Payable team, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.
• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of invoices, expense reports, and payment requests.
• Manage high-volume three-way matching processes and ensure proper invoice approval workflows.
• Create and maintain weekly cash requirement schedules and AP cash forecasts.
• Review and execute payment selection processes while ensuring appropriate controls are followed.
• Support vendor rebate programs, vendor account maintenance, and issue resolution.
• Perform account reconciliations and aging analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and deliver AP reporting and key metrics for leadership.
• Maintain 1099 reporting, reconciliation, and filing support.
• Partner closely with Procurement, Finance, Operations, and other departments to ensure seamless communication and execution.
• Assist with data recovery requests, audit support, internal controls, and compliance initiatives.
• Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships while resolving escalated issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5+ years of Accounts Payable leadership experience.
• Strong experience managing high-volume AP operations.
• Extensive three-way match experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in AP cash forecasting and cash management.
• Experience with vendor rebates and vendor account administration.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including:
• Pivot Tables
• VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
• Macros
• Complex reporting and data analysis
• Strong ERP system experience within sophisticated accounting environments.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage priorities, delegate effectively, and lead teams in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and organizational levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle ERP experience.
• Exposure to Accounts Receivable functions.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance initiatives.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

• Thrives in a highly collaborative environment and enjoys working cross-functionally.
• Comfortable being hands-on while simultaneously managing and developing a team.
• Strong sense of urgency and accountability.
• Effective communicator who can build relationships across the organization.
• Able to quickly assess priorities, solve problems, and drive execution in a fast-paced setting.

If you have a proven track record leading AP teams, improving processes, and managing high-volume accounting operations, we'd love to connect.