Accounts Payable Manager

Stellenbeschreibung:

Manage and develop a high-performing Accounts Payable team, including supervisors, coordinators, and processors, fostering a culture of professional excellence.
Partner with Accounting, Merchandising, Engineering, and IT to design and implement system updates that support new business initiatives and enhance AP functionality.
Oversee the administration of the company’s T&E platform and corporate card program, ensuring seamless expense reporting and reimbursement processes for all employees.
Champion the thoughtful use of agentic AI to improve our workflows and proactively enable new AI functionalities rolled out by our technology vendors.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandising and Operations to identify efficiencies and drive continuous improvements within the AP process.
Manage the monthly close for accounts payable and related accounts within an agile, data-rich environment, including oversight of AP aging and Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI) accounts.
Oversee day-to-day operations involving high-volume invoicing and 3-way matching of inventory receipts (~10K+ per month).
Ensure prompt payment and accurate account reconciliation while providing professional, diplomatic resolution assistance to vendors and internal partners.
Prepare detailed analyses, schedules, and presentations for Accounts Payable to support internal audits and tax filings.
Utilize our rich financial datasets to develop meaningful business reporting for management and identify upstream opportunities for process optimization.
Develop robust metrics to monitor volume and efficiency. Perform root-cause analysis on critical issues to provide visibility to management and influence the Financial Systems/IT roadmap.

Requirements

You possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant business field.
You bring 10+ years of work experience with a deep background in managing accounts payable functions; experience at a public company and/or in the retail sector is highly preferred.
You have 4+ years of supervisory experience, with a proven ability to lead and motivate teams of both hourly and salaried employees.
You have extensive experience with financial reporting systems, ERP implementation, and maintaining SOX compliance.
You are a "key player" in systems implementation, embracing technology to drive decision-making and operational scalability.
You are well-versed in supply chain operations and the procure-to-pay lifecycle, including invoice ingestion, three-way match, and master data management.
You are proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Oracle Cloud is a plus.
You possess an analytical mindset, meticulous attention to detail, and the problem-solving skills necessary to navigate complex financial landscapes.
You have a solid foundation in technical accounting and a firm understanding of GAAP standards.
You are a dedicated mentor who establishes clear goals for the professional development of your team members.
Above all else, you are bright, kind, and motivated by challenge.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing Accounts Payable functions, including team leadership, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP and SOX standards. Proficient in leveraging technology and data analytics to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency.