Accounts Payable Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Overview:

The Accounts Payable (AP) Manager oversees a high-volume payables function within a growing service-oriented organization. This role is responsible for the accuracy timeliness and integrity of all vendor payments as well as leading process improvements ensuring strong internal controls and managing a collaborative team. The AP Manager serves as the subject matter expert for accounts payable operations workflow and ERP systems.

Essential Functions:

Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team to ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments

Oversee monthly AP close including account reconciliations accruals and reporting

Review and approve staff work ensuring adherence to company policies US GAAP and SOX requirements

Manage vendor relationships and resolve discrepancies with internal departments and external partners

Monitor and reconcile vendor accounts purchase orders and invoices to maintain accurate records

Identify and implement process improvements system enhancements and workflow efficiencies

Prepare AP metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) for management reporting

Support technology upgrades ERP implementations and financial process reviews

Hire train mentor and evaluate staff performance

Collaborate with client services and accounting teams on vendor onboarding and client-related payables

Knowledge and Skills:

Proven ability to lead teams manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Excellent communication analytical and problem-solving skills

Customer-service mindset with strong attention to detail

Strong understanding of AP systems workflows and ERP platforms

Education and Experience

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field (or equivalent experience)

57 years of progressive AP experience including leadership or supervisory responsibilities

Experience in high-volume service-based or shared services environments preferred

Working Environment:

• There are no special physical requirements for this position.
• General office conditions
• Some light lifting and bending
• Periods of sitting

This job description in no way states of implies these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in the position. Employees will be required to follow any other legal or ethical job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.

This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise. Liquid Environmental Solutions has an at will relationship with team members.

Required Experience:

Manager