Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable ManagerResults-driven AP Manager with proven expertise in overseeing end-to-end accounts payable operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely vendor payments. Skilled in leading teams, streamlining processes, and implementing best practices to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional departments to resolve discrepancies and maintain strong vendor relationships. Understanding of inventory reconciliation and cost accounting is required.Key Responsibilities & AchievementsManage daily AP operations, including invoice processing, payment runs, and expense report audits for high-volume transactions.Lead, train, and mentor AP staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.Develop and enforce AP policies and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.Coordinate with procurement and finance teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and improve vendor satisfaction.Implement process automation tools, reduce manual workload and payment cycle times.Prepare AP aging reports, reconciliations, and month-end close activities to support accurate financial reporting.Core SkillsAccounts Payable Management (5+ years)Team Leadership & TrainingProcess Improvement & AutomationVendor Relations & NegotiationsInventory and cost accounting experienceERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.)Advanced knowledge of Excel (macros, pivot tables, etc.)The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.