Accounts Payable Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, vendor payments, and related transactions.
• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of standardized accounts payable policies, procedures, and workflows across the organization.
• Drive process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, scalability, automation, and enhanced controls within the AP function.
• Utilize ERP systems and AP technologies to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and improve overall operational effectiveness.
• Oversee vendor onboarding and maintenance activities while ensuring data accuracy and compliance with internal policies.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, resolving inquiries and payment issues in a professional and timely manner.
• Lead, coach, and develop Accounts Payable team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with finance and accounting teams to support month-end and year-end close activities, reconciliations, audits, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor key performance indicators and operational metrics to assess department performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare and present reporting, analysis, and recommendations to finance leadership regarding AP operations and performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Experience operating within a shared services, centralized accounting, or high-volume transaction environment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success implementing process improvements, standardization initiatives, and automation solutions within Accounts Payable operations.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, internal controls, and procure-to-pay workflows.
• Experience working with ERP systems and financial technologies; familiarity with large-scale ERP platforms and AP automation tools preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to mentor, develop, and motivate teams.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and build strong vendor relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong knowledge of compliance requirements, internal controls, and financial best practices.