Accounts Payable Manager

ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand.

ECHO is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to join the team. This position oversees the accurate processing and recording of purchasing transactions—including inventory, capital assets, leases, service agreements, and operating expenses—for ECHO and its subsidiaries, as well as all related payment activities.

The role provides leadership to a team of five, establishes and enforces procedures that safeguard company assets, and identifies opportunities to enhance systems and optimize workflow efficiency. In addition, this position oversees disbursement platforms and contributes to the month-end close process, including selected account reconciliations.

The salary range for this position is $110,000-$120,000 based on experience, education, and qualifications.

This is a hybrid position that will offer the flexibility of working from home and on-site at our Lake Zurich facility.

ECHO’s benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Yearly bonus potential
• 5% 401K match

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee the posting of inventory purchases, fixed assets, and other expenses, ensuring proper controls are in place.
• Manage the expense reporting system and corporate credit card program.
• Lead all cash disbursement activities.
• Support month-end close activities, including in-transit accruals and unrecorded invoice accruals.
• Assist with internal and external audit processes.
• Recommend and implement system and process improvements across procurement, payment systems, and approval workflows.
• Provide training, direction, and ongoing feedback to motivate staff and enhance productivity.
• Own and manage the 3-way match discrepancy process in partnership with Purchasing and Warehouse leadership.

Job Experience/

Skills:

• Prior experience in a high-output, deadline-driven manufacturing setting required.
• Familiarity with enterprise accounting systems; exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
• Experience working with invoice scanning or automated payables solutions preferred.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to compliance, accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants.

E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.