Accounts Payable Manager

Aquatech tackles 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 through 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.

About the role

This full-time, exempt Accounts Payable Manager position is based in our Canonsburg, PA office (Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm) and plays a key part in supporting Aquatech's growth initiatives through leadership of the accounts payable function.

Responsibilities

• Manage 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor'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.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.