Accounts Payable Manager

• Criteria:Must work 5 days a week in office at HQ in High Ridge, MO
• Strong leader of people
• Background running a high volume AP dept
• M&A background would be helpful
• Experience with ERP (NetSuite) Credit card processes/systems (RAMP)

To be a team member of the Driven by Dobbs family, you must be dedicated to supporting the company's mission, vision, and values. OUR MISSION: To be the leader in the automotive tire and service aftermarket industry in every market that we operate in providing premier service to our guests. POSITION TITLE: Accounts Payable Manager CLASSIFICATION: Exempt POSITION OVERVIEW: Driven by Dobbs, our family of brands brings together Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers—founded in 1976 in South St. Louis, MO as a family-owned complete auto care provider—and Conrad's Tire Express & Total Car Care, founded in 1969 in Cleveland, OH. Together, we have grown into a rapidly expanding, multi-market automotive service organization that will operate across eight states in 2026, with continued growth on the horizon. Across all locations, customers can expect a full selection of quality tire brands and comprehensive automotive services, ranging from routine maintenance to advanced diagnostics and engine repair. Our investment in training, development, safety, and overall team wellbeing empowers our people to deliver exceptional service every day. Rooted in a culture that extends beyond the shop, we proudly support local organizations and charities in the communities where our teams live and work. This role reports to the Controller and supports a multi-unit organization by overseeing all daily accounts payable and internal control activities. The Accounts Payable Manager leads the AP team and manages the full invoice-to-payment process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality. This position oversees vendor payments, purchase orders, invoice receipt, and payment processing while maintaining strong communication with internal departments and external vendors. It also ensures all AP operations adhere to company policies and established financial controls. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage day-to-day functions of a fast-paced accounts payable department including customer and vendor relationships, weekly payment processing (check, ACH and Credit Card Payments), expense reporting processes, and reporting as assigned. • Manage accounts payable functions related to the general ledger. • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations governing payment to vendors including companies and consultants, including annual filing of form 1099-MISC. • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of information into the system and subsequent payments. • Analyze and resolve complex or difficult problems presented by subordinates or vendors. • Manage monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensure accuracy of financial statements. • Create and implement methods, or procedures to meet operational and scalability needs, while developing, improving and maintaining systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency of the accounts payable system. • Review accounts payable documents prepared by subordinates for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to policy. • Train and evaluate employees to enhance their performance, development, and work product. • Assist with Mergers and Acquisitions implementation and other projects as assigned. • Other duties as assigned. SUCCESS FACTORS: • A strong belief in safety- Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation • Alignment with company mission, vision, and values • Strong work ethic with a commitment to results • Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members • Ability to perform in a fast paced/high volume environment • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills • Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented • Self-motivated, goal- oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals • Strong critical thinker with a high level of attention to detail • Highly-customer centric and master relationship builder • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) • Must possess solid understanding of the procurement to payment cycle. • ERP Accounts Payable system experience, as well as 1099 filing experience. WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Corporate headquarters is located at: 1983 Brennan Plaza High Ridge, MO 63049 • This position operates out of a temperature-controlled office environment- work from work is required • This position will be required to use standard office equipment such as phones, computers, printers, etc EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: • Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field preferred. • Five or more years of accounts payable experience in a fast-paced, high-volume setting • Three to five years of leadership experience preferred. Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates agree to complete a sel