Mgr Accounts Payable

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Pay Grade

Deadline to Apply : March 10, 2025 at 11 : 59 p.m. CST

Position Summary

Designs short-term and long-term strategies for continuous improvement in advanced accounts payable operations. Manages the Accounts Payable (AP) department who is responsible for the accurate and timely payment of all invoices for goods and services purchased by CPS Energy through purchase orders and non-purchase orders. Ensures payments are made timely and in accordance with specific contract terms and conditions.  Administers the Procurement Card (Pcard) program including the timely reporting of all activity. Works closely with IT group to evaluate and approve SAP enhancements to the accounts payable system. Maintains compliance issues with Prompt Payment Act.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Oversees the completion of assignments to ensure vendor payments, employee reimbursements and other Accounts Payable (AP) functions are executed and completed in a timely manner.
• Executes key operational activities to support the SAP accounts payable application process. Subject matter expert to support translating new and advanced accounts payable business requirements into functional design specifications, and testing of new and existing functions. Collaborate with other SAP module teams with analysis and resolution of processing issues.
• Develops detailed work plans and schedules, as well as tracks and monitors adherence to timetables and deliverables.
• Develops, monitors and reports on section and individual performance measures and related goals for section staff.
• Provides and guides development of AP staff, to include provision of learning and development opportunities, and cross training to ensure adequate backup of all functions within the area.
• Ensures the application of accounts payable policies, procedures and internal controls are appropriate and implemented.  Recommends revisions to policies and procedures as necessary.  Implements appropriate changes or additions to accounts payable procedures and ensures the changes are properly communicated to staff.
• Ensures accurate recording of the various accounts payable activities to include posting to general ledger. Ensures Goods Receipt (GR) / Invoice Receipt (IR) general ledger account is reconciled monthly.
• Oversees system conversions / enhancements, including identifying system requirements, development of test scripts and performance of system testing.
• Builds solid relationships with numerous internal and external parties.
• Multi-tasks various critical work assignments proactively and independently in a fast paced environment.
• Oversees the processing of 1099 Tax Statements, SAP enhancements and advanced payment process improvements.
• Performs functions related to the external audit process and requirements to include the preparation of PBC (Prepared by Client) schedules and RFI (Request for Information) responses.
• Demonstrates a high degree of proficiency with various Microsoft Office products including experience with Microsoft Excel complex functions.
• Demonstrates well-developed written and verbal communication skills for interactions within the sections, across departmental lines to all levels of personnel, and vertically to management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Working knowledge of financial / utility operational process

Foundational understanding of financial principles, financial statements and other applicable business operations

Assertive self-starter, with ability to work independently and with minimal supervision, with a high degree of accuracy and ability to handle and / or manage sensitive and confidential information

Evidence of strong planning and organization skills, essential for managing multiple tasks and large-scale projects of the section while ensuring timely and accurate completion

Excellent organizational, analytical, planning, multi-tasking, negotiation, problem-solving, verbal, written & communicational skills

Demonstrated ability to interact well with others (peers, co-workers, all levels of the organization and outside entities)

Demonstrated ability to contribute in a team environment, either as a team leader or team member

Demonstrated logical reasoning skills to perform analytical functions, such as general ledger account research

Demonstrated proficiency with project scheduling, process flowcharting and data base creation

Demonstrated sophisticated analysis skills, including cost tracing and root-cause analyses

Solid understanding of accounting principles and applicable business operations

Ability to effectively manage confidential information

Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling

Must have favorable driving record.

Valid Class C Texas Driver's License

Drug Test

Preferred Qualifications

Competencies

Builds effective teams

Accountability and Attention to Detail

Championing Customer Needs

Communicates Effectively

Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions

Developing Talent

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field from an accredited university.

Required Certifications

Working Environment

Indoor work, operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi- functioning printer and calculator.

Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. After hours work may be required.

Physical Demands

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.

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