The Manager, Accounts Payable is responsible for planning, organizing and managing the activities of a centralized accounts payable function. The Manager, Accounts Payable will ensure quality and accuracy of data and timely processing of all third-party vendor invoices / payments as well as employee expense reports, while continuously maintaining all controls and fostering an environment of continuous improvement.
• Manage accounts payable staff and balance team workload to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and payment. Assist with resolution of invoice or payment issues.
• Oversee and maintain the Accounts Payable policies and procedures. Demonstrate a solid understanding of all processes, helping to drive efficiency and accuracy into each process as well as manage the documentation of each process.
• Document, implement and maintain policies and procedures in order to ensure an effective system of internal control and compliance with SOX 404. Ensure timely update of all policies on MyConcentra.
• Assist with the integration of acquisitions into our accounts payable systems and processes.
• Participate in system implementations and upgrades (for example, Oracle, Markview, iValua), including design, documentation, testing and SOX compliance.
• Help the Accounts Payable team to drive efficiency in resource allocation.
• Support the audit process by providing information and direct interaction with auditors, both internal and external on a quarterly and annual basis.
• Conduct annual performance reviews and provide goals in line with company and departmental objectives.
• Provide mentoring and encourage staff development.
• Be strategic to ensure a best-in-class accounts payable organization.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining professional networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Support special projects, analysis, reporting or other duties as requested by leadership.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree
Major: Business Administration
Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Education Details:
Certifications and/or Licenses:
Experience in lieu of required education is acceptable: Yes
Continuing education is required to maintain license and to perform job: No
Job-Related Experience
Customarily has at least the following experience: 6 years
• At least 6 years of progressively responsible accounts payable experience, including supervisory experience.
• Extensive knowledge of principles, practices, regulations and procedures as they relate to accounts payable.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), critical problem solving and analytical skills; detail oriented.
• Understanding of the internal control structure necessary in Accounts Payable.
• Excellent computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with large-scale financial systems (Oracle, Peoplesoft, SAP) required. Oracle a plus.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate, manage and develop a team, building employee engagement, effective talent assessment, commitment to customer service and succession planning.
This job requires access to confidential and critical information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.