Manager Accounts Payable - Accounting

Summary:

The Manager Accounts Payable (AP) is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounts payable function, ensuring the timely and accurate processing. This role involves managing a team, implementing process improvements, maintaining compliance with company policies and financial regulations, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimize the AP process. They are a detail-oriented and strategic leader who can balance daily operations with long-term improvements to drive accuracy, compliance, and overall financial health.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Manage and oversee a team to ensure efficient operation and compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and internal controls.
• Address escalated items in a timely and efficiently while multitasking and maintaining a sense of urgency to resolve critical matters.
• Provide guidance to staff and assist in resolving complex issues.
• Responsible for hiring employees, setting employee goals, performance evaluations, and team development.
• Provide statistical reporting and analysis to senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to enhance efficiency in AP.
• Manage and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders by ensuring a timely response.
• Demonstrate strong customer service while upholding CHRISTUS Health's core values.
• Demonstrate ability to lead, challenge, and positively influence your team, while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the department.
• Ensure efficient operation and compliance with CHRISTUS policies, healthcare industry regulations (i.e., HIPAA), and internal controls.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
• Participate in required leadership and development courses.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Analyze exceptions and resolve internal/external stakeholder concerns.
• Utilize Excel and technology tools effectively to manage spreadsheets, financial software, and automation processes.
• Apply basic accounting knowledge to maintain accurate financial records.
• Adapt to process changes, system upgrades, and evolving business needs with a willingness to learn.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive financial information with professionalism and ethical responsibility.
• Manage time effectively to balance daily responsibilities, meet deadlines, and maintain efficiency.
• Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent work experience is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of AP experience is required.
• Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities.
• Healthcare experience is preferred.
• Infor/Lawson or other large ERP Systems.
• Previous ServiceNow exposure is a plus.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• The following professional certifications are preferred:
  • APM (Accounts Payable Manager)
  • CAPP (Certified Accounts Payable Professional)
  • CAPA (Certified Accounts Payable Associate)
  • CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
  • APPM (Accredited Procure-to-Pay Manager)

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time