AP Manager

Accounts Payable Manager Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee all accounts payable activities and lead the AP team. This role will be responsible for the full AP cycle, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, three-way matching, payment processing, reconciliations, compliance, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, payment processing, reconciliations, and vendor account maintenance.
• Lead and manage the accounts payable team, providing day-to-day oversight, training, workload management, and support.
• Ensure accurate coding of invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts, departments, and cost centers.
• Manage the three-way match process between purchase orders, receipts, and vendor invoices.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, duplicate invoices, and vendor account discrepancies.
• Review AP reconciliations and ensure outstanding items are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
• Oversee vendor payments and ensure invoices are processed accurately and according to established payment terms.
• Partner with purchasing, accounting, operations, and other internal teams to resolve AP-related issues.
• Support month-end close activities related to accounts payable and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, approval requirements, and documentation standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and controls within the AP function.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including at least 2 years of management or supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice processing, coding, three-way matching, payments, reconciliations, and month-end activities.
• Strong ERP systems experience and proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AP controls, compliance requirements, and accounting procedures.
• Experience managing and developing an accounts payable team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve complex invoice and vendor discrepancies.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume environment.

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