Manager Accounts Payable

Manage the daily activities of the Universitys A/P department ensuring the accuracy of records and compliance with federal state and University policies procedures laws and regulations. Maintain the departments focus on internal and external customers as well as maintaining the integrity of A/P software and systems used in the of the departments responsibilities.

• Manage the daily operation of accounts payable; supervise and coordinate duties of assigned staff; ensure payments are processed and 1099MISC 1099NEC and 1042S information is reported to the appropriate agencies or departments and sent to contractors.
• Establish department goals set policy and create operational procedures; make procedural or system enhancement recommendations. Implement processes and applications integral to the accounts payable function.
• Consult with staff to provide PeopleSoft expertise and test transactions affecting the accounts payable processes. Provide information instruction and guidelines to faculty staff students and suppliers regarding university accounts payable policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with University and IRS/government policy and regulations associated with accounts payable activity as well as develop written procedures for departmental and University processes and procedures.
• Involvement in software system upgrades affecting A/P and related modules including Purchasing G/L A/R etc. New processes and software upgrades will require modeling and configuration within Peoplesoft modeling databases certifying accuracy and completeness of processes before they are migrated to the production database. The scope of these responsibilities is wide and may encompass software and systems exterior to BGSU such as joint projects with other universities (SciQuest) or third party payment systems. Involvement with FMS upgrades and modeling is continuous and ongoing.
• Coordinate reconcile and monitor payment processing of both accounts payable and Bursars student refund checks and ACH transaction processing.
• Coordinate the resolution and reporting of independent contractors per IRS and State of Ohio regulations.
• Participate in department division and University projects and committees as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The following Education is required:

• Bachelors Degree required
  • Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field preferred

The following Experience is required:

• 3 years experience in accounting AP purchasing business systems or related field

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Accounting principles continuous improvement techniques and best practices

Personal computer applications (e.g. MS Office Suite including database spreadsheet word processing internet email; ERP application for accounts payable Peoplesoft preferred)

Laws and regulations pertaining to accounts payable (federal state university)

Written and interpersonal communication with the ability to communicate effectively with all components of the university and external constituents (including public speaking skills)

Implementing projects with skill in assessment of program initiatives

Problem solving with the ability to develop unit performance measurement methods and metrics

Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to direct others and manage projects

Develop and implement plans

Required Documents to Upload to Application: Cover Letter and Resume

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however for best consideration applications should be provided by May 6 2025.

BGSU does not offer H1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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