Accounts Payable Manager

AFC Industries is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers, assembly plants, and other users of these products.

We support a diverse industry base of manufacturers across a broad range of industries. Our experienced team has a proven track record of helping manufacturers and assemblers reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency.

We are A Company Culture Devoted to Innovation & Improvement

AFC provides localized expertise to customers in particular industries and geographies. We don’t have a traditional hierarchical management structure where everyone simply “reports up.” Instead, our company is made up of on-the-ground experts operating in an entrepreneurial fashion with the backing and support of an enterprise-grade organization.

Sharing cultural values breeds consistency and quality throughout our organization. Collectively, we are committed to a simple management approach, which influences our company culture and our management style.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER - HYBRID (MUST BE LOCATED IN THE WEST CHESTER AREA)

Job Description:

Summary:

The Accounts Payable Manager manages accounts payable functions to ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies. Ensures timely payments of vendor invoices and expense vouchers and maintains accurate financial records and control reports. Implement metrics and review processes to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement or cost-savings. This position will report to the Controller.

Description:

• Oversee the daily operations of the accounts payable department, including supervising staff, and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments
• Timely and accurate completion of the month-end close process, including completion of balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with weekly accounts payable check / ACH runs
• Implement metrics and process reviews to drive continuous improvements in productivity and quality controls
• Assist with the annual audit for the role’s area of responsibility
• Manage the 3rd party vendor for the Corporate Travel and Purchase Card, along with driving internal policies, reporting and accounting process flows for these expenses
• Assist with the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures
• Work with the Supply Chain team to ensure vender payment terms are accurate and collectively work together to enhance net working capital and/or payment discounts
• Evaluate Payables Software Solutions that have the potential to integrate with multiple ERP systems and allow standardization across the company
• Hiring, training, and development of the Accounts Payable staff
• Other duties as assigned

Professional Experience Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or general business

Required Work Experience/Skills:

• Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years working in Accounts Payable with high volume of transactions
• Must have supervisory experience
• Demonstrated track record of continuous process improvement and implementing best practices
• Capability to work collaboratively with others, not only direct reports, to accomplish goals and objectives; desire to participate in a team environment
• Must also be able to work independently, exercising discretion and sound judgement along with meeting tight deadlines
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and ERP systems, such as Prophet 21
• Ability to prioritize tasks as required and multitask

Preferred but Not Required:

• Previous experience of 1-3 years in industrial distribution, manufacturing, or another high-volume transaction environment
• History of supervisory staff in a hybrid/remote environment
• Experience in integrating acquisitions

Other: No Sponsorships available. Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Position: Full-time, Hybrid (must be local to West Chester)

Targeted Salary: $85-100K

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance