Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable ManagerCanonsburg, PAOverviewPosition Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Category: AccountingDescriptionAt Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future, showcasing our commitment to addressing water's crucial role in climate adaptation.Aquatech has an immediate opening for a full-time Accounts Payable Manager, to join our team. This person will work out of our Canonsburg, PA, office location. The hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee.This role will play a key part in supporting Aquatech's growth initiatives through the leadership of the accounts payable function. Responsibilities include overseeing AP operations, enhancing processes through automation and workflow technologies, maintaining effective internal controls, and developing a high-performing team focused on efficiency, accuracy, and exceptional vendor support.Job DescriptionManage the daily operations of the Accounts Payable department.Oversee invoice processing, payment runs, wire transfers, ACH payments, and check disbursements.Ensure vendor invoices are processed accurately and in compliance with company policies.Maintain vendor master data and oversee vendor onboarding processes.Resolve vendor inquiries and payment discrepancies.Monitor AP aging and implement strategies to optimize cash flow.Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Accounts Payable professionals.Provide training and coaching to improve efficiency and accuracy.Manage workload distribution and staffing requirements.Serve as the AP subject matter expert for SAP implementation, upgrades, and optimization initiatives.Partner with Finance, IT, Procurement, and external consultants during ERP implementation projects.Participate in business process design workshops and testing activities.Develop AP workflows, approval processes, and reporting requirements within SAP.Identify and implement process automation initiatives, including workflow tools and OCR technology, to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and improve overall accounts payable operations.Support system integrations involving purchasing, receiving, inventory, and finance modules.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.7+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience.3+ years of supervisory or management experience.Strong experience with SAP (ECC or S/4HANA).Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and accrual accounting.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.Excellent communication and leadership abilities.