Accounts Payable Manager
Job Location:
Job Location:
Sterling Heights, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
A Taste of Who We Are:
Backed by a tireless commitment to high quality innovative culinary offerings and unparalleled client and guest services Continental consistently ranks among the top contract dining and refreshment providers in the nation according to Food Management Magazine the industrys source for food service news and trends.
Our Mission
Delight our guest. Every meal. Every day.
Our Core Values
Our Core Values
Exceptional We recruit and retain phenomenal people who consistently go the extra mile to deliver results that lead the industry.
Hospitality We are tirelessly committed to providing the highest quality food beverages and service by anticipating our guests needs so they can count on memorable experiences every time.
Collaboration We prioritize working together with a shared vision and effective & transparent communication we unite as one team to achieve remarkable experiences.
Responsibility we hold ourselves accountable to be there for our team and clients to deliver what we say we will when we say we will and check in on progress along the way.
Innovation We are forward-thinkers always looking for new processes technologies and techniques to increase efficiencies and scalability to improve our services.
The Experience Youll Create:
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Accounts Payable Manager to lead our Accounts Payable function and support the continued growth of our organization. This role is responsible for overseeing daily AP operations driving process improvements ensuring compliance with internal controls and developing a high-performing team.
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills. You thrive in a fast-paced environment possess a continuous improvement mindset and have a proven track record of optimizing accounts payable processes through automation standardization and operational excellence.
Leadership & Team Management
Leadership & Team Management
- Provide leadership coaching and development to the Accounts Payable team fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Plan and prioritize work assignments monitor workload distribution and evaluate team performance against established goals and service levels.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex transactions vendor inquiries and issue resolution.
Accounts Payable Operations
- Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Payable process ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices payments and expense reports.
- Ensure invoices are coded accurately and consistently in accordance with company policies and general ledger requirements.
- Review and resolve discrepancies in invoices purchase orders and supporting documentation prior to processing.
- Partner with internal departments and external vendors to address payment issues and maintain positive business relationships.
Process Improvement & Transformation
- Lead initiatives to optimize Accounts Payable operations through process redesign standardization and automation.
- Drive the implementation and enhancement of AP technologies including electronic invoice processing workflow automation and digital document management solutions.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency strengthen internal controls reduce processing costs and enhance scalability.
Integration & Growth Support
- Develop document and execute Accounts Payable integration plans for newly acquired businesses ensuring seamless transition into corporate processes and systems.
- Establish standardized procedures that support organizational growth while maintaining operational consistency and compliance.
Compliance Controls & Reporting
- Maintain and enforce strong internal controls ensuring compliance with company policies accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities including accruals account reconciliations and reporting requirements.
- Assist with external audits internal audits and government agency reviews by providing requested documentation and analysis.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop reporting that provides visibility into departmental performance and improvement opportunities.
Corporate Card & Expense Management
- Lead the administration optimization and standardization of corporate credit card and employee expense reporting programs.
- Ensure compliance with company spending policies while improving user experience and operational efficiency.
Ingredients for Thriving:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field preferred.
- 5 years of progressive Accounts Payable experience including leadership or management responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes internal controls and accounting principles.
- Experience leading process improvement automation and system implementation initiatives.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced growth-oriented environment.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel; experience with AP automation platforms is highly desirable.
Savor the Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits for eligibles team members including:
- Health Coverage Medical Dental and Vision
- Voluntary Life/AD&D Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Critical Illness
- 401(k)
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Wellness Programs
- Additional Perks
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Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
The Great Lakes leader in office food and beverage services. Office micro markets | vending | office coffee & snacks. Food Your Way.
