Accounts Payable Manager

Plan, schedule, and direct work of the Accounts Payable team within the established accounting policies and guidelines of the company. Oversee the processing and verification of invoices, coding of expenses, preparation of vouchers, and the audit and issuance of payment checks. Maintain vendor compliance and acceptable customer service levels. Review accounts payables reports and records for accuracy. Recommend and implement changes to methods and procedure to improve efficiency of the accounts payable team.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Manages and coordinates work and training for Accounts Payable staff to ensure quality output, timely payment of invoices, and compliance with company policies and practices.
• Assesses the effectiveness of the Accounts Payable systems to ensure a technology and process/procedure continuity as well as ongoing maintenance to ensure technology complies with company policies and standards.
• Manages the execution of Invoice Processing, Customer Support, Data Analysis and Reporting aspects of Account Payable while maintaining accuracy and timeliness of processing account transactions.
• Assesses the efficiency and effectiveness of the current process to streamline workflow; maximize, develop, implement, and communicate process improvements; maintains documentation of all departmental procedures.
• Assists and leads in the development of strategic initiatives related to the accounts payable function, including integrating financial systems.

Nature and Scope

• Solutions require analysis and investigation.
• Achieves planned results by decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles, and practical experience. May recommend/make decisions regarding new programs/initiatives that have significant impact to the business and carry consequences in unsuccessful endeavors.
• Manages a larger team or multiple small teams through direction of subordinate management and/or supervisory staff.

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in a related field.
• Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.