Why You’ll Love This Job
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Accounts Payable Manager is a professional who is responsible for overseeing the accounts payable department of the organization. The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for managing the accounts payable staff, ensuring that all staff members are properly trained and that all departmental procedures are followed. The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for ensuring that all invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner. The Accounts Payable Manager is also responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports and reconciling accounts.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee the accounts payable department and ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports
- Develop and maintain accounts payable policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with company policies, as well as local, state, and federal regulations
- Monitor and analyze accounts payable processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
- Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement and finance, to ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices
- Manage vendor relationships and resolve any issues or disputes related to payments or invoices
- Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports, cash flow projections, and vendor performance metrics
- Train and develop accounts payable staff, including setting performance goals and conducting performance evaluations
- Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes for accounts payable
- Assist with audits and provide documentation and support as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable or related field
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
- Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience in managing a team of accounts payable professionals
- Experience in process improvement and implementing best practices
- Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance requirements, including sales and use tax
- Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights and recommendations
- Professional certification such as Certified Accounts Payable Associate (CAPA) or Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) is a plus, but not required
- Experience establishing or working in shared service centers (SSC) or business process outsourcing (BPO) a plus, but not required
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Based in the Columbus, Georgia area
- Must be able to come to office; hybrid available over time, depending on performance
- Able to travel periodically as required for work
Type: Full Time (Hourly)
Job ID: 134159