Accounts Payable Manager in United States at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Accounts Payable Manager in the United States.

This role is a key finance leadership position responsible for overseeing the full accounts payable function while driving operational efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement. The Accounts Payable Manager leads a team managing vendor payments, invoice processing, and financial controls in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. The role combines hands-on accounting oversight with strategic process optimization, including automation and AI-driven improvements. It plays a critical part in ensuring financial integrity, supporting month-end close activities, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. Working closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams, the position ensures compliance, efficiency, and scalability of AP operations. It is well suited for a detail-oriented leader who thrives in process transformation and team development.

• Lead, coach, and develop the Accounts Payable team, ensuring effective workload distribution, performance management, and professional growth.
• Oversee AP inbox management and ensure timely resolution of vendor and internal inquiries within service standards.
• Design and improve AP processes by implementing automation tools and AI-driven solutions for invoice processing, matching, and exception handling.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as cycle time, accuracy rates, and processing efficiency to identify and resolve bottlenecks.
• Manage all payment operations including ACH, wire transfers, checks, and virtual cards with strong control and compliance standards.
• Partner with finance and operations teams to optimize cash flow, payment timing, and vendor terms.
• Ensure accurate general ledger coding, accruals, and support for month-end close activities and financial reporting.
• Oversee vendor onboarding, master data integrity, and compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
• Act as primary liaison for internal and external audits related to accounts payable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in accounts payable and general ledger accounting.
• At least 2 years of experience in an accounting management or supervisory role.
• Strong experience working with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas such as VLOOKUP and SUMIF.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Annual salary range: $70,000 – $110,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3% company match.
• Remote work flexibility anywhere within the continental United States.
• Exposure to automation and digital transformation initiatives in finance operations.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a growing accounting team.
• Inclusive workplace with equal opportunity employment practices.