Accounts Payable Manager POST NUMBER: 470479

Accounts Payable Manager

Location: Onsite
Industry: Consumer Products / Manufacturing (CPG preferred)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

A well-established organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join its Finance leadership team. This role is responsible for leading the Accounts Payable function with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, controls, and team development. The ideal candidate brings deep procure-to-pay knowledge, hands-on leadership experience, and the ability to partner cross-functionally to support business objectives.

This is a highly visible role that works closely with senior leadership, procurement, operations, and external partners, and plays a key role in audit support, process improvement, and system enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Accounts Payable team, fostering strong engagement, accountability, and collaboration
• Hire, train, and develop AP staff; establish effective onboarding, training plans, and performance expectations
• Oversee day-to-day Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and disbursements
• Partner closely with Procurement, corporate teams, plant personnel, vendors, and banking partners to resolve issues and improve processes
• Manage payment runs and banking interfaces to ensure proper and timely disbursement of funds
• Perform reconciliations and variance analysis, including Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI), to support month-end close and monthly reporting
• Oversee vendor setup and maintenance, including payment terms, remittance details, 1099 classification, and sales tax designation
• Ensure proper sales and use tax treatment, including self-assessment when required
• Analyze transaction volumes and workflows to identify opportunities for efficiency, automation, and improved work allocation
• Prepare and review reports and metrics to track individual and departmental performance
• Lead or support system enhancements and new business process or software implementations
• Develop, document, and maintain policies, procedures, and process flows to strengthen internal controls and standardize processes
• Serve as the primary owner for AP-related internal and external audits, including providing workpapers, walkthroughs, and audit responses
• Continuously evaluate processes and controls, recommending improvements to increase effectiveness and compliance
• Collaborate closely with onsite teams and participate in cross-functional meetings to drive departmental and organizational objectives

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• MBA and/or CPA preferred

Experience

• 10 years of progressive business experience
• Minimum of 5 years of people management or supervisory experience
• Experience in CPG, manufacturing, or related industries strongly preferred
• Background supporting organizations with high transaction volumes, marketing programs, and commodity-based products is a plus

Systems & Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Working knowledge of IBM / AS400 or similar ERP systems
• Experience with system integrations, reconciliations, and balancing

Core Competencies

• Leadership & Accountability: Leads with ownership and sets clear expectations for self and team
• People Development: Builds strong teams through coaching, feedback, and engagement
• Communication: Clear, concise written and verbal communication with the ability to influence and drive alignment
• Analytical Problem Solving: Identifies issues through data analysis and implements practical, results-oriented solutions
• Business Acumen: Understands the financial and operational impact of decisions and supports broader business goals

Why This Role

• High-impact leadership role within Finance
• Opportunity to build, develop, and influence a critical function
• Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional partners
• Emphasis on continuous improvement, controls, and modernization

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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