Accounts Payable Manager

A growing and well-established organization is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Accounts Payable Manager to oversee and continuously improve its accounts payable operations. This is a confidential search for a key role within the finance organization and is ideal for an AP professional ready to step into a true people-leadership and process-ownership position.

About the Role

The Accounts Payable Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-end AP function, ensuring timely and accurate processing, maintaining strong internal controls, and partnering cross-functionally to support the broader finance team. This role suits someone with 3–4 years of progressive AP experience who is ready to grow, lead, and make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations
• Lead, coach, and develop a small AP team; provide hands-on guidance and performance feedback
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements
• Review and approve invoices, payment runs, and vendor setups
• Resolve vendor inquiries and discrepancies in a professional and timely manner
• Partner with Purchasing, Operations, and Finance to improve communication and workflows
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and efficiency gains
• Assist with month-end close activities related to AP, including accruals and reporting
• Support internal and external audits as needed

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of accounts payable experience, with at least some exposure to supervising or leading others (formal or informal)
• Solid understanding of AP best practices, internal controls, and accounting fundamentals
• Experience working in a mid-sized or growing organization preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• High attention to detail with strong problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable working with ERP or accounting systems (experience with modern AP tools a plus)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other standard business tools
• Professional communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Why This Opportunity

• Step into a manager-level role earlier in your career
• Opportunity to own and shape AP processes, not just maintain them
• Exposure to leadership, audits, and cross-functional finance initiatives
• Supportive environment focused on growth, learning, and continuous improvement
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Company details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.