What are the responsibilities and job description for the Global Accounts Payable Manager position at Centric Software?
About Centric Software
Centric Software® is a global leader, providing an innovative and AI-enabled product-concept-to-commercialization platform for retailers, brands and manufacturers of all sizes. We equip retail, fashion, luxury, footwear, outdoor, home and consumer goods brands with pioneering best-of-breed solutions to plan, design, develop, source, comply, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products. Our technology powers brands to streamline processes, drive efficiency and operate with confidence in an ever-changing market.
Our story is one of rapid growth, bold ideas and extraordinary opportunities. We’re here to challenge the status quo—and we’re looking for brilliant people who want to do the same. No matter where you are in the world, this is your chance to be part of something exceptional.
Job Title: Global Accounts Payable Manager
Location: Hybrid - Campbell, CA
Compensation: $140,000 - $160,000 base bonus & equity
Job Summary
Centric Software is seeking a skilled and strategic Global Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to lead our AP operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, this role oversees global AP processes, Coupa system administration, and the company’s Travel & Expense (T&E) program. You will lead a team of four and play a key role in compliance, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Operations
Centric Software provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status or genetic information.
Centric Software® is a global leader, providing an innovative and AI-enabled product-concept-to-commercialization platform for retailers, brands and manufacturers of all sizes. We equip retail, fashion, luxury, footwear, outdoor, home and consumer goods brands with pioneering best-of-breed solutions to plan, design, develop, source, comply, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products. Our technology powers brands to streamline processes, drive efficiency and operate with confidence in an ever-changing market.
Our story is one of rapid growth, bold ideas and extraordinary opportunities. We’re here to challenge the status quo—and we’re looking for brilliant people who want to do the same. No matter where you are in the world, this is your chance to be part of something exceptional.
Job Title: Global Accounts Payable Manager
Location: Hybrid - Campbell, CA
Compensation: $140,000 - $160,000 base bonus & equity
Job Summary
Centric Software is seeking a skilled and strategic Global Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to lead our AP operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, this role oversees global AP processes, Coupa system administration, and the company’s Travel & Expense (T&E) program. You will lead a team of four and play a key role in compliance, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Operations
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of four AP professionals.
- Serve as the primary escalation point for complex AP and T&E issues.
- Oversee global invoice processing, approval workflows, and vendor payments.
- Partner with Procurement, IT, Legal, and Finance to support seamless P2P operations.
- Act as the global Coupa administrator and subject matter expert.
- Manage configuration changes, enhancements, troubleshooting, and user support.
- Drive automation initiatives and ensure accurate ERP integrations and data integrity.
- Oversee global T&E policy, auditing, compliance, and reimbursement processing.
- Support employees with system questions and escalate policy issues as needed.
- Analyze T&E trends to identify risks, efficiency opportunities, and cost savings.
- Compliance, Close & Process Improvement
- Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and U.S. tax regulations (1099, sales/use tax).
- Support month-end close, and audit requests.
- Lead initiatives to streamline and standardize global AP processes for scalability and efficiency.
- 10 years of progressive AP or P2P experience, including 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience with Coupa or similar P2P platforms.
- Strong understanding of U.S. AP processes and tax compliance (1099, sales/use tax), plus experience supporting AP activities across global entities.
- Experience in multinational or multi-entity environments.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment with competing priorities.
Centric Software provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status or genetic information.