Accounts Payable Manager

We are seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to join our Finance & Accounting team at our corporate headquarters. The AP Manager will report directly to the Controller and will be responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts payable process, supervising a small team, ensuring process compliance, and driving efficiency improvements. This role plays a key part in maintaining strong vendor relationships and upholding our company’s financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate all accounts payable activities, including vendor invoice processing, payments, reconciliations, and expense reporting
• Lead, train, and evaluate the AP team, providing direction and development opportunities
• Review and approve large or complex vendor invoices and payment runs
• Monitor and analyze AP metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements related to payables
• Partner with accounting and procurement teams on month-end close, accruals, and process enhancements
• Supervise the preparation of 1099 forms and support audit activities as needed
• Implement and document process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance accuracy and efficiency

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of accounts payable experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and AP automation tools
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with process improvement initiatives and system implementations a plus