Accounts Payable Manager

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager in Washington, DC. Summary: We are seeking an AP Manager to oversee accounts payable operations, general ledger maintenance, and month-end/year-end close activities. This role ensures accurate invoice processing, vendor management, and payment execution while supporting financial integrity, compliance, and process improvement. The ideal candidate has strong AP and GL experience, solid GAAP knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Accounts Payable:

• Receive and validate vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation, including matching to purchase orders and receipts
• Prepare and execute payments, prioritizing cash discounts and avoiding penalties
• Maintain vendor records, resolve inquiries and discrepancies, and ensure required documentation is on file
• Reconcile AP records, review expense reports, and support month-end close activities
• Ensure AP processes comply with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Partner with procurement, finance, and operations to enforce payment terms and support process improvements

• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and research discrepancies
• Prepare month-end and year-end schedules
• Support the month-end and year-end close process in accordance with GAAP and internal policies
• Compile financial data and prepare journal entries for general ledger accounts

• Support annual audit activities
• Identify and recommend process improvements
• Interpret finance policies and provide guidance to staff
• Provide backup support for accounting functions, including expense report processing
• Perform analysis and special projects as assigned
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience, including AP and GL functions
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Flexibility to adapt to a changing, fast-paced environment

• Experience with Sage Intacct ERP, Tipalti, and Concur strongly preferred
• Accounts Receivable experience a plus
• Experience working in an international nonprofit organization a plus

• Accounts Payable
• General Ledger Accounting
• Month-End/Year-End Close
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations

* GAAP

• Sage Intacct
• Tipalti
• Concur
• Journal Entries
• Vendor Management
• Internal Controls
• Process Improvement
• Microsoft Excel
• Audit Support