• Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Skokie, IL)


    Description

    Accounts Payable Manager

     

    High volume

     

    Great culture

     

    Organization in growth mode

     

    Excellent culture and advancement opportunities

     

    Chicago land area

     

    Systems - SAP

     

    Are you a proven Accounts Payable leader ready to take the next step in your career? Our client, a global, multi-billion-dollar industry leader headquartered in the Chicagoland area, is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee and optimize a high-volume AP operation within a collaborative and growth-oriented culture.

     

    This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, hands-on professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about process excellence, team development, and continuous improvement.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Accounts Payable professionals to ensure accurate and timely processing of a high volume of invoices and payments.

    + Oversee end-to-end AP operations, including invoice approvals, coding, check runs, ACH/wire payments, and vendor account reconciliations.

    + Drive accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in alignment with corporate financial policies and regulatory standards.

    + Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Procurement, Credit, and Compliance to resolve issues and maintain strong vendor relationships.

    + Champion SAP and other financial systems to streamline workflows, enhance data integrity, and enable actionable reporting and analytics.

    + Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying and implementing process improvements that optimize productivity and cost efficiency.

    + Perform periodic audits, reconciliations, and process reviews to ensure robust internal controls.

    + Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning within the AP team.

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA a plus).

    + 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including at least 2+ years in a supervisory or management capacity.

    + Proven success managing high-volume, multi-entity AP operations in a large corporate or global environment.

    + Strong SAP experience required (knowledge of additional ERP systems a plus).

    + Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

    + Demonstrated ability to lead teams, build positive relationships, and drive results in a dynamic environment..

     

    Benefits include insurance, vacation pay, holiday pay, 401K and more.

     

    Requirements • Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounts payable or a related field.

     

    • Proficiency in accounts payable operations, including coding invoices and conducting check runs.

    • Strong knowledge of Automated Clearing House (ACH) transactions and invoice payment processes.

    • Experience working with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning systems.

    • Proven ability to supervise and motivate teams to meet organizational objectives.

    • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail in resolving discrepancies.

    • Familiarity with establishing financial controls and conducting compliance assessments.

    • Strong communication and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

     

    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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