Accounts Payable Manager

MPG is partnering with an international Biotech seeking an Accounts Payable Manager. Under the general supervision of the Controller, the Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for overseeing this function. This role is responsible for processing invoices, compiling and maintaining accounts payable records, communicating with vendors, establishing, creating, and documenting processes for business needs and assisting the CFO/Controller as needed.

Specific Responsibilities

• Process various types of accounts payable transactions including vendor invoices, recurring payments, and manual check requests in accordance with policies and controls
• Ensure invoices are accurately coded, approved, posted and processed within established deadlines
• Investigate and resolve problems associated with processing of invoices and purchase orders
• Monitor disbursements dashboard to ensure timely payments
• Respond and interact with internal customers and vendors/suppliers
• Generate reports for review such as exception reports, accounts payable aging reports, and other month-end reports as requested
• Assist Accounting department with preparing journal entries, performs reconciliations, and performs account analysis
• Ensure the completeness, timeliness and accuracy of the data
• Ensure vendor maintenance is kept up to date and respond to all vendor inquires
• Assist in month end closing
• Provide audit support

Job Requirements

• 3-5 years directly applicable accounts payable experience or relevant accounting/finance experience preferred
• Strong customer service-type attitude and ability to successfully deal with employee and vendor questions and resolve issues
• Absolute integrity and the use of good judgment to handle the confidential nature of duties, tasks and information
• Incredibly detail-oriented and results driven
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Strong Microsoft Office skills

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