Job Title: Accounts Payable Manager

Company Overview: Join a top-tier professional services firm renowned for delivering industry-leading expertise and innovative solutions. Our client is seeking a dynamic Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to lead their AP team and drive operational excellence within the finance department.

Position Overview: As the Accounts Payable Manager, you will oversee the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices, managing the expense reimbursement cycle, and reconciling AP accounts to the general ledger. You will be responsible for managing vendor relationships, analyzing sales and use tax, and leading a team of three AP Associates. This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to managing day-to-day operations and improving processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-Cycle AP Management: Oversee the entire accounts payable process, from invoice receipt to payment processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies.
• Vendor Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and resolution of discrepancies.
• Expense Reimbursement: Manage the employee expense reimbursement cycle, ensuring compliance with company policies and timely reimbursements.
• Payment Processing: Supervise and coordinate all payment activities, including check runs, ACH, and wire transfers, ensuring adherence to deadlines and company standards.
• AP Reconciliation: Reconcile AP accounts to the general ledger on a regular basis, investigating discrepancies and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Sales & Use Tax Analysis: Review and analyze sales and use tax implications for purchases, ensuring compliance with local and state regulations.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of three AP Associates, providing guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate AP processes and identify areas for improvement, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in accounts payable within a large corporate or professional services environment.
• Proven supervisory/management experience, with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, AP reconciliation, and general ledger processes.
• Experience with sales and use tax analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.