Director of Accounts Payable
R+L Carriers · Wilmington, OH · 4 wk ago
FinanceFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? Actually the job description includes "Job Description" then paragraphs. We need to use for section headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections when posting has real specific content.
We have content: The description includes responsibilities (Key Responsibilities with subpoints). We have Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications. Also Leadership Competencies. Benefits described. No explicit Pay or Schedule. So we should not include Pay or Schedule sections.
We need sections: About the role (maybe from first paragraph?), Responsibilities, Requirements (maybe combine Required Qualifications?), Qualifications (maybe Preferred?), Skills (maybe Leadership Competencies?), Benefits.
We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID.
We need to preserve all substantive info, no boilerplate (EEO etc). Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. So we need to strip out the EEO paragraph and the application instructions about accommodations, etc. Also remove "About Us" maybe? It's substantive? It describes company but maybe considered boilerplate? It's not EEO but it's about company. The instruction: remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. "About Us" is not explicitly listed, but could be considered boilerplate? It's not legal. Might keep? The instruction says preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. The About Us paragraph is substantive about company. Might keep as part of About the role? Could be separate section? But we only have defined headings; we could put About the role includes that description. However the About the role heading expects a description of the role, not company. But we can include company info within About the role? Might be okay.
Better: Use About the role section to include the initial description: "The Director of Accounts Payable leads the companywide accounts payable function and corporate travel and expense program..." plus maybe the About Us? But About Us is separate.
We could create a section "About the role" with the role description (first paragraph). Then Responsibilities section with bullet list from Key Responsibilities. Then Requirements section with Required Qualifications. Then Qualifications section with Preferred Qualifications. Then Skills section with Leadership Competencies. Then Benefits section with benefits description.
We must not include Pay or Schedule.
We need to use
for section headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections when posting has real specific content.
We have content: The description includes responsibilities (Key Responsibilities with subpoints). We have Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications. Also Leadership Competencies. Benefits described. No explicit Pay or Schedule. So we should not include Pay or Schedule sections.
We need sections: About the role (maybe from first paragraph?), Responsibilities, Requirements (maybe combine Required Qualifications?), Qualifications (maybe Preferred?), Skills (maybe Leadership Competencies?), Benefits.
We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID.
We need to preserve all substantive info, no boilerplate (EEO etc). Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. So we need to strip out the EEO paragraph and the application instructions about accommodations, etc. Also remove "About Us" maybe? It's substantive? It describes company but maybe considered boilerplate? It's not EEO but it's about company. The instruction: remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. "About Us" is not explicitly listed, but could be considered boilerplate? It's not legal. Might keep? The instruction says preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. The About Us paragraph is substantive about company. Might keep as part of About the role? Could be separate section? But we only have defined headings; we could put About the role includes that description. However the About the role heading expects a description of the role, not company. But we can include company info within About the role? Might be okay.
Better: Use About the role section to include the initial description: "The Director of Accounts Payable leads the companywide accounts payable function and corporate travel and expense program..." plus maybe the About Us? But About Us is separate.
We could create a section "About the role" with the role description (first paragraph). Then Responsibilities section with bullet list from Key Responsibilities. Then Requirements section with Required Qualifications. Then Qualifications section with Preferred Qualifications. Then Skills section with Leadership Competencies. Then Benefits section with benefits description.
We must not include Pay or Schedule.
We need to use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. For prose, use
.
We need to ensure we don't create empty sections.
Let's extract content.
First paragraph after "Job Description": "The Director of Accounts Payable leads the companywide accounts payable function and corporate travel and expense program. The Director is accountable for accurate, timely, secure, and efficient vendor payments and employee reimbursements; a strong internal control environment; effective team leadership; and continued improvement of processes and systems. The role partners with Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Purchasing, Information Technology, operating departments, and external vendors to support reliable financial reporting and a consistent service experience."
That's prose.
Then "Key Responsibilities" then subheadings: Accounts Payable and Corporate Travel and Expense each with bullet-like sentences. We'll need to convert each sentence into
- items? The instruction: Use
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we can treat each bullet as list item. We'll need to parse.
Accounts Payable bullet points: many sentences separated by periods. We'll split each sentence after the bold heading? Actually the text: "Accounts Payable Provide enterprise leadership and accountability for the end-to-end accounts payable operating model, including invoice processing, approval workflow, exception management, vendor service, and payment execution. Set and maintain AP policies, procedures, service expectations, and operating standards that promote accuracy, timely processing, compliance, and consistent execution across the organization. Build the capability and capacity of the AP organization through clear accountability, leadership development, succession planning, cross-training, and disciplined performance management. Own the AP control framework, including controls over vendor onboarding and changes, invoice approvals, segregation of duties, duplicate payment prevention, payment release, and access to AP systems and banking information. Establish payment governance and oversee vendor payment activity, coordinating with Treasury and Accounting on payment timing, liquidity requirements, bank activity, payment terms, and available discounts. Ensure AP activities supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close are accurate, complete, and timely; review significant reconciliations, accruals, aging matters, account analyses, and unresolved items. Own oversight of AP-related tax compliance, including the accuracy and timely completion of 1099 reporting and coordination of applicable sales and use tax requirements with the Tax team. Establish performance measures and hold the organization accountable for results, including invoice cycle time, backlog, exception rates, on-time payments, aged items, duplicate or erroneous payments, and vendor service levels. Set the AP process and technology improvement roadmap and lead cross-functional initiatives that strengthen controls, improve service and visibility, increase automation, and reduce manual effort. Serve as the executive escalation point for significant or recurring vendor and internal stakeholder matters, including payment disputes, statement discrepancies, credits, control breakdowns, and process failures. Maintain audit readiness and accountability for AP audit support, findings, root cause analysis, and sustainable corrective actions. Provide concise reporting and recommendations to Finance leadership on operating performance, significant risks, control matters, strategic initiatives, and issues requiring executive attention."
Corporate Travel and Expense bullet points: "Own companywide travel and expense governance, including employee reimbursement and corporate credit card policies, standards, and enforcement. Set the strategy, controls, and operating expectations for expense management, corporate card, and travel booking systems, including workflow, access, issue resolution, and system improvement. Oversee expense activity, policy exceptions, card usage, and compliance trends, ensuring unusual or noncompliant activity is reviewed, resolved, and escalated appropriately. Ensure employees and managers receive clear training, communication, and support regarding travel and expense requirements. Use travel and expense data to identify savings opportunities, recurring issues, compliance risks, and process improvements, and report significant trends to Finance leadership."
We'll create a
- for each sentence.
Now Required Qualifications: "Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field required; an equivalent combination of education and highly relevant experience may be considered in limited circumstances. At least 10 years of progressive accounts payable, travel and expense, or related finance operations experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of AP and travel and expense processes, internal controls, financial close requirements, 1099 reporting, and applicable sales and use tax considerations. Proven success improving processes and implementing AP, workflow, or expense management systems and automation tools. Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with consistent attention to detail. Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with business leaders, employees, vendors, auditors, and other external parties. Sound judgment, integrity, discretion, and a strong commitment to internal controls and responsible stewardship of company funds."
We'll split into list items.
Preferred Qualifications: "Experience in a large corporate, multi-entity, or high-volume operating environment. Experience with enterprise resource planning, invoice workflow, and expense management platforms; Oracle Cloud and Concur experience are preferred. Familiarity with electronic and international payment processes, corporate card programs, workflow automation, and data analytics tools."
Leadership Competencies: "Accountability and sound judgment; Servant leadership and a service-oriented mindset; People development and succession planning; Process discipline and continuous improvement; Cross-functional collaboration and influence; Ability to prioritize and execute in a high-volume environment."
These are separated by semicolons; we can split into list items.
Benefits: "R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC."
We'll put as
- maybe each benefit separated by commas? Could be one
- with the whole sentence. But instruction: Use
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we can make each benefit as list item: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.
We'll split.
Now About Us: Should we include? It's not in defined headings. Could be part of About the role? Might be okay to add a
under About the role that includes company description. But the About the role heading is for role description; we could add a second paragraph about company. That's fine.
We must not include EEO boilerplate etc. So we will omit the paragraph starting with "R+L Carriers Shared Services, LLC..." and the following about accommodations, etc.
Now construct HTML.
Structure:
About the role
The Director of Accounts Payable leads the companywide accounts payable function and corporate travel and expense program. The Director is accountable for accurate, timely, secure, and efficient vendor payments and employee reimbursements; a strong internal control environment; effective team leadership; and continued improvement of processes and systems. The role partners with Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Purchasing, Information Technology, operating departments, and external vendors to support reliable financial reporting and a consistent service experience.
R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success. There are many other transportation companies capable of picking up and delivering freight. However, we believed our customers select us because of the efforts of our employees.
Then Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
- Provide enterprise leadership and accountability for the end-to-end accounts payable operating model, including invoice processing, approval workflow, exception management, vendor service, and payment execution.
- Set and maintain AP policies, procedures, service expectations, and operating standards that promote accuracy, timely processing, compliance, and consistent execution across the organization.
- Build the capability and capacity of the AP organization through clear accountability, leadership development, succession planning, cross-training, and disciplined performance management.
- Own the AP control framework, including controls over vendor onboarding and changes, invoice approvals, segregation of duties, duplicate payment prevention, payment release, and access to AP systems and banking information.
- Establish payment governance and oversee vendor payment activity, coordinating with Treasury and Accounting on payment timing, liquidity requirements, bank activity, payment terms, and available discounts.
- Ensure AP activities supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close are accurate, complete, and timely; review significant reconciliations, accruals, aging matters, account analyses, and unresolved items.
- Own oversight of AP-related tax compliance, including the accuracy and timely completion of 1099 reporting and coordination of applicable sales and use tax requirements with the Tax team.
- Establish performance measures and hold the organization accountable for results, including invoice cycle time, backlog, exception rates, on-time payments, aged items, duplicate or erroneous payments, and vendor service levels.
- Set the AP process and technology improvement roadmap and lead cross-functional initiatives that strengthen controls, improve service and visibility, increase automation, and reduce manual effort.
- Serve as the executive escalation point for significant or recurring vendor and internal stakeholder matters, including payment disputes,
. We need to ensure we don't create empty sections. Let's extract content. First paragraph after "Job Description": "The Director of Accounts Payable leads the companywide accounts payable function and corporate travel and expense program. The Director is accountable for accurate, timely, secure, and efficient vendor payments and employee reimbursements; a strong internal control environment; effective team leadership; and continued improvement of processes and systems. The role partners with Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Purchasing, Information Technology, operating departments, and external vendors to support reliable financial reporting and a consistent service experience." That's prose. Then "Key Responsibilities" then subheadings: Accounts Payable and Corporate Travel and Expense each with bullet-like sentences. We'll need to convert each sentence into
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we can treat each bullet as list item. We'll need to parse.
Accounts Payable bullet points: many sentences separated by periods. We'll split each sentence after the bold heading? Actually the text: "Accounts Payable Provide enterprise leadership and accountability for the end-to-end accounts payable operating model, including invoice processing, approval workflow, exception management, vendor service, and payment execution. Set and maintain AP policies, procedures, service expectations, and operating standards that promote accuracy, timely processing, compliance, and consistent execution across the organization. Build the capability and capacity of the AP organization through clear accountability, leadership development, succession planning, cross-training, and disciplined performance management. Own the AP control framework, including controls over vendor onboarding and changes, invoice approvals, segregation of duties, duplicate payment prevention, payment release, and access to AP systems and banking information. Establish payment governance and oversee vendor payment activity, coordinating with Treasury and Accounting on payment timing, liquidity requirements, bank activity, payment terms, and available discounts. Ensure AP activities supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close are accurate, complete, and timely; review significant reconciliations, accruals, aging matters, account analyses, and unresolved items. Own oversight of AP-related tax compliance, including the accuracy and timely completion of 1099 reporting and coordination of applicable sales and use tax requirements with the Tax team. Establish performance measures and hold the organization accountable for results, including invoice cycle time, backlog, exception rates, on-time payments, aged items, duplicate or erroneous payments, and vendor service levels. Set the AP process and technology improvement roadmap and lead cross-functional initiatives that strengthen controls, improve service and visibility, increase automation, and reduce manual effort. Serve as the executive escalation point for significant or recurring vendor and internal stakeholder matters, including payment disputes, statement discrepancies, credits, control breakdowns, and process failures. Maintain audit readiness and accountability for AP audit support, findings, root cause analysis, and sustainable corrective actions. Provide concise reporting and recommendations to Finance leadership on operating performance, significant risks, control matters, strategic initiatives, and issues requiring executive attention."
Corporate Travel and Expense bullet points: "Own companywide travel and expense governance, including employee reimbursement and corporate credit card policies, standards, and enforcement. Set the strategy, controls, and operating expectations for expense management, corporate card, and travel booking systems, including workflow, access, issue resolution, and system improvement. Oversee expense activity, policy exceptions, card usage, and compliance trends, ensuring unusual or noncompliant activity is reviewed, resolved, and escalated appropriately. Ensure employees and managers receive clear training, communication, and support regarding travel and expense requirements. Use travel and expense data to identify savings opportunities, recurring issues, compliance risks, and process improvements, and report significant trends to Finance leadership."
We'll create a
- for each sentence.
Now Required Qualifications: "Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field required; an equivalent combination of education and highly relevant experience may be considered in limited circumstances. At least 10 years of progressive accounts payable, travel and expense, or related finance operations experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of AP and travel and expense processes, internal controls, financial close requirements, 1099 reporting, and applicable sales and use tax considerations. Proven success improving processes and implementing AP, workflow, or expense management systems and automation tools. Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with consistent attention to detail. Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with business leaders, employees, vendors, auditors, and other external parties. Sound judgment, integrity, discretion, and a strong commitment to internal controls and responsible stewardship of company funds."
We'll split into list items.
Preferred Qualifications: "Experience in a large corporate, multi-entity, or high-volume operating environment. Experience with enterprise resource planning, invoice workflow, and expense management platforms; Oracle Cloud and Concur experience are preferred. Familiarity with electronic and international payment processes, corporate card programs, workflow automation, and data analytics tools."
Leadership Competencies: "Accountability and sound judgment; Servant leadership and a service-oriented mindset; People development and succession planning; Process discipline and continuous improvement; Cross-functional collaboration and influence; Ability to prioritize and execute in a high-volume environment."
These are separated by semicolons; we can split into list items.
Benefits: "R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC."
We'll put as
- maybe each benefit separated by commas? Could be one
- with the whole sentence. But instruction: Use
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we can make each benefit as list item: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.
We'll split.
Now About Us: Should we include? It's not in defined headings. Could be part of About the role? Might be okay to add a
under About the role that includes company description. But the About the role heading is for role description; we could add a second paragraph about company. That's fine. We must not include EEO boilerplate etc. So we will omit the paragraph starting with "R+L Carriers Shared Services, LLC..." and the following about accommodations, etc. Now construct HTML. Structure:
About the role
The Director of Accounts Payable leads the companywide accounts payable function and corporate travel and expense program. The Director is accountable for accurate, timely, secure, and efficient vendor payments and employee reimbursements; a strong internal control environment; effective team leadership; and continued improvement of processes and systems. The role partners with Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Purchasing, Information Technology, operating departments, and external vendors to support reliable financial reporting and a consistent service experience.
R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success. There are many other transportation companies capable of picking up and delivering freight. However, we believed our customers select us because of the efforts of our employees.
Then Responsibilities:Responsibilities
- Provide enterprise leadership and accountability for the end-to-end accounts payable operating model, including invoice processing, approval workflow, exception management, vendor service, and payment execution.
- Set and maintain AP policies, procedures, service expectations, and operating standards that promote accuracy, timely processing, compliance, and consistent execution across the organization.
- Build the capability and capacity of the AP organization through clear accountability, leadership development, succession planning, cross-training, and disciplined performance management.
- Own the AP control framework, including controls over vendor onboarding and changes, invoice approvals, segregation of duties, duplicate payment prevention, payment release, and access to AP systems and banking information.
- Establish payment governance and oversee vendor payment activity, coordinating with Treasury and Accounting on payment timing, liquidity requirements, bank activity, payment terms, and available discounts.
- Ensure AP activities supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close are accurate, complete, and timely; review significant reconciliations, accruals, aging matters, account analyses, and unresolved items.
- Own oversight of AP-related tax compliance, including the accuracy and timely completion of 1099 reporting and coordination of applicable sales and use tax requirements with the Tax team.
- Establish performance measures and hold the organization accountable for results, including invoice cycle time, backlog, exception rates, on-time payments, aged items, duplicate or erroneous payments, and vendor service levels.
- Set the AP process and technology improvement roadmap and lead cross-functional initiatives that strengthen controls, improve service and visibility, increase automation, and reduce manual effort.
- Serve as the executive escalation point for significant or recurring vendor and internal stakeholder matters, including payment disputes,
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we can make each benefit as list item: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.
We'll split.
Now About Us: Should we include? It's not in defined headings. Could be part of About the role? Might be okay to add a
- for each sentence.
Now Required Qualifications: "Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field required; an equivalent combination of education and highly relevant experience may be considered in limited circumstances. At least 10 years of progressive accounts payable, travel and expense, or related finance operations experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of AP and travel and expense processes, internal controls, financial close requirements, 1099 reporting, and applicable sales and use tax considerations. Proven success improving processes and implementing AP, workflow, or expense management systems and automation tools. Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with consistent attention to detail. Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with business leaders, employees, vendors, auditors, and other external parties. Sound judgment, integrity, discretion, and a strong commitment to internal controls and responsible stewardship of company funds."
We'll split into list items.
Preferred Qualifications: "Experience in a large corporate, multi-entity, or high-volume operating environment. Experience with enterprise resource planning, invoice workflow, and expense management platforms; Oracle Cloud and Concur experience are preferred. Familiarity with electronic and international payment processes, corporate card programs, workflow automation, and data analytics tools."
Leadership Competencies: "Accountability and sound judgment; Servant leadership and a service-oriented mindset; People development and succession planning; Process discipline and continuous improvement; Cross-functional collaboration and influence; Ability to prioritize and execute in a high-volume environment."
These are separated by semicolons; we can split into list items.
Benefits: "R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC."
We'll put as