Accounts Payable Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Accounts Payable team while fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Oversee daily accounts payable operations, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and payments are completed on schedule.
• Manage month-end AP close activities, account reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures.
• Monitor AP workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and process enhancements.
• Develop, maintain, and update standard operating procedures and departmental documentation.
• Review payment requests, resolve discrepancies, and assist with complex accounting issues.
• Track key performance indicators and provide reporting to leadership on departmental performance.
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, Procurement, and other business units to improve processes and support organizational initiatives.
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and ensuring compliance.
• Assist with special projects and other leadership initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience.
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience managing an AP team.
• Experience working in a high-volume or shared services accounting environment.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, month-end close, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Experience implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiencies.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with large ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.