Accounts Payable Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced, hands-on Accounts Payable Manager to lead and transform a high-volume, multi-entity Accounts Payable function. This is a leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys building structure, driving accountability, and improving processes while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day operation.

Reporting to the Controller, the AP Manager will oversee a team of 14 professionals, including one AP Supervisor, and play a key role in rebuilding and strengthening the department. This is not a role for someone looking to simply delegate—success requires a leader who is willing to roll up their sleeves, lead by example, and ensure the work gets done.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, has deep expertise in Workday, vendor management, reconciliations, and GAAP, and understands what it takes to lead a high-performing team through change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 14 Accounts Payable professionals, including direct oversight of an AP Supervisor.

• Remain actively involved in the daily Accounts Payable function, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of work.

• Oversee the full accounts payable lifecycle, including invoice processing, approvals, payment processing, and vendor management across multiple legal entities.

• Manage high-volume vendor statement reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues promptly.

• Maintain the integrity of the vendor master file, including onboarding, updates, and ongoing governance.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.

• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including AP accruals, aging analysis, and reporting.

• Monitor departmental performance through key metrics while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Partner closely with Accounting and Finance leadership to support audits and cross-functional initiatives.

• Drive process improvements and help rebuild the department through stronger controls, accountability, and operational excellence.

• Serve as the primary escalation point for vendors and internal business partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 7 years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including leadership responsibility.

• Experience managing large AP teams in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and Accounts Payable best practices.

• Experience working within a multi-entity organization.

• Extensive experience with vendor reconciliations and vendor master management.

• Advanced proficiency with Workday is required.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Proven ability to lead through change, establish accountability, and improve operational performance.

What We're Looking For

This opportunity is best suited for a leader who takes ownership, sets high standards, and isn't afraid to get involved in the details. The environment is collaborative but demanding, and the expectation is that leadership remains engaged until priorities are completed—not simply until the end of the scheduled workday.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a lasting impact by rebuilding processes, developing a team, and partnering closely with executive leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $160,000 – $170,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to join a stable, growing organization with long-term career growth and leadership visibility