AP Manager

SUMMARY: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to lead our AP function. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate payments, maintaining vendor relationships, managing the AP team, and improving processes to ensure compliance and efficiency. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice processing, payment runs, communication payment confirmations, expense reimbursements, month-end close activities, and financial reconciliations. Manage vendor relationships and resolve payment issues, discrepancies, and disputes in a timely manner. Monitor and manage AP aging reports and cash flow related to payables. Support cash flow planning and forecasting by providing accurate accounts payable data, monitoring payment schedules, and identifying opportunities for optimizing working capital. Oversee vendor onboarding process, ensuring timely collection and verification of documentation, adherence to compliance requirements, and accurate setup within the accounting system. Coordinate with procurement, finance, and other departments to ensure accurate and timely payments. Lead and mentor a team of AP professionals; allocate workloads and provide training and performance feedback. Ensure all AP processes comply with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce errors. Prepare and review AP-related reports, reconciliations, and KPIs for management. Support audits (internal and external) by providing required documentation and explanations. Maintain and update AP policies, procedures, and internal controls documentation. Manages cash transactions, debit card and bank reconciliations Assists with quarterly inventory sample counts Performs other duties as assigned to support the team and organizational goals. CRITICAL COMPETENCIES Perform all job functions with attention to detail, required speed, and accuracy Prioritize and organize Be a clear thinker, remain calm, and resolve problems using good judgment Lead by example and ensure that your team executes the game plan laid out for them Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Attention to detail and accuracy of work. High integrity and openness combined with a commitment to continuous improvement Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate activities across multiple locations and properties simultaneously. Ability to work under minimal supervision. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Constantly: Walking, sitting at a desk, grasping/gripping, bending/stooping/squatting, finger dexterity, computer input, coordination of hand and eye. Frequently: Standing for long periods, climbing stairs, and twisting. Occasionally: Reaching above shoulder height, lifting up to 50 lbs., ability to push/pull motions. Ability to work in a stressful, fast-paced environment. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS Bachelors degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, specifically with AP. Understanding of GAAP and IFRS preferred Knowledge and experience with ERP Systems, Acumatica a plus. Knowledge and experience with MS Excel, Word, and Outlook. recblid jy5qd9jijczewp24v5i7xg9mvztalr

Created: 2026-03-04