Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Accounts Payable Manager to lead our Accounts Payable function and support the continued growth of our organization. This role is responsible for overseeing daily AP operations, driving process improvements, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and developing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a continuous improvement mindset, and have a proven track record of optimizing accounts payable processes through automation, standardization, and operational excellence.

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to the Accounts Payable team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Plan and prioritize work assignments, monitor workload distribution, and evaluate team performance against established goals and service levels.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex transactions, vendor inquiries, and issue resolution.

Accounts Payable Operations

• Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports.
• Ensure invoices are coded accurately and consistently in accordance with company policies and general ledger requirements.
• Review and resolve discrepancies in invoices, purchase orders, and supporting documentation prior to processing.
• Partner with internal departments and external vendors to address payment issues and maintain positive business relationships.

Process Improvement & Transformation

• Lead initiatives to optimize Accounts Payable operations through process redesign, standardization, and automation.
• Drive the implementation and enhancement of AP technologies, including electronic invoice processing, workflow automation, and digital document management solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen internal controls, reduce processing costs, and enhance scalability.

Integration & Growth Support

• Develop, document, and execute Accounts Payable integration plans for newly acquired businesses, ensuring seamless transition into corporate processes and systems.
• Establish standardized procedures that support organizational growth while maintaining operational consistency and compliance.

Compliance, Controls & Reporting

• Maintain and enforce strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, account reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
• Assist with external audits, internal audits, and government agency reviews by providing requested documentation and analysis.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop reporting that provides visibility into departmental performance and improvement opportunities.

Corporate Card & Expense Management

• Lead the administration, optimization, and standardization of corporate credit card and employee expense reporting programs.
• Ensure compliance with company spending policies while improving user experience and operational efficiency.

Ingredients for Thriving

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, internal controls, and accounting principles.
• Experience leading process improvement, automation, and system implementation initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel; experience with AP automation platforms is highly desirable.

Savor the Benefits

We offer a range of benefits for eligible team members, including:

• Health Coverage – Medical, Dental and Vision
• Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness
• 401(k)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs
• Additional Perks

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