We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP function for a contract opportunity with permanent potential in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role is ideal for someone who can bring structure to a developing environment, strengthen day-to-day execution, and build a culture of accountability across the team. The successful candidate will evaluate current practices, introduce consistent procedures, and guide process improvements that support accuracy, efficiency, and strong internal controls.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the daily operations of the accounts payable team and set clear expectations for performance, accuracy, and timeliness.
- Review existing AP workflows, identify operational gaps, and implement standardized procedures that improve consistency across the department.
- Create and maintain clear process documentation and standard operating procedures to support training, compliance, and sustainable execution.
- Strengthen internal controls by evaluating approval practices, payment processes, and reconciliation methods to reduce risk and improve oversight.
- Coach, develop, and support team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee invoice coding, payment processing, check runs, and ACH activity to ensure transactions are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Partner with leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve escalations, improve communication, and align AP operations with business needs.
- Recommend and support workflow automation opportunities and system-based enhancements, including work within Sage 300 when applicable.
- Demonstrated experience managing an accounts payable department, including oversight of staff and daily transaction processing.
- Proven success improving an underperforming or loosely structured AP function through stronger processes and team leadership.
- Strong knowledge of invoice coding, check processing, ACH payments, and end-to-end accounts payable operations.
- Hands-on experience with process improvement, workflow optimization, and the development of standard operating procedures.
- Solid understanding of internal controls and the ability to evaluate and strengthen payables-related compliance practices.
- Effective leadership skills with the ability to mentor employees, set direction, and maintain a calm, confident presence.
- Experience working in environments that require building structure, priorities, and accountability from the ground up.
- Familiarity with Sage 300 and exposure to automation tools or workflow technology is preferred.