Accounts Payable Manager

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to support day-to-day payables operations for a team in Caseyville, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can bring structure, accuracy, and steady oversight to invoice processing, payment activity, and vendor-related transactions. The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can balance detailed transactional work with process coordination while helping maintain efficient financial operations.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, and routed accurately for timely processing.
• Oversee payment execution through check runs and ACH transactions while maintaining proper controls and supporting documentation.
• Monitor invoice workflows to resolve discrepancies, follow up on approvals, and keep outstanding items moving toward completion.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and vendors to address payment questions, clarify billing issues, and maintain strong working relationships.
• Review accounts payable records for completeness and accuracy, helping ensure financial data is organized and audit-ready.
• Support ongoing improvements to payable procedures and assist with operational changes or system-related updates when needed.
• Track payment schedules and reporting needs to help leadership maintain visibility into liabilities and cash disbursement activity.
• At least 3 years of experience managing or leading accounts payable activities in a business environment that requires close attention to detail.
• Strong working knowledge of invoice coding, payment processing, and end-to-end accounts payable operations.
• Experience administering check runs and ACH payments with a high level of accuracy and control.
• Ability to identify and resolve invoice discrepancies, approval delays, and vendor payment issues efficiently.
• Solid organizational skills with close attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication skills for working across departments and responding to vendor inquiries professionally.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used to support accounts payable functions.