• Accounts Payable Manager

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Newark, DE)


    Description Job Title: Accounts Payable (AP) Manager

     

    Reports To: Controller / Director of Finance

     

    Salary Range: $70,000 – $110,000 per year (based on experience)

    Overview:

    The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the full-cycle accounts payable function, ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient processing of vendor invoices and payments. This role is key to maintaining financial integrity, optimizing processes, and fostering positive vendor relationships while supporting the company’s cash flow objectives.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable team, including invoice processing, payment runs, and expense report administration.

     

    Supervise, train, and mentor AP staff to promote accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.

     

    Review and approve invoices to ensure correct coding, authorization, and adherence to company policies and GAAP standards.

     

    Manage vendor relationships, addressing inquiries and resolving discrepancies promptly and professionally.

     

    Oversee weekly, biweekly, or monthly payment cycles to ensure timely disbursement and optimal cash management.

     

    Implement and maintain strong internal controls, improving processes and driving efficiency.

     

    Reconcile AP accounts and support month-end and year-end close activities.

     

    Collaborate with Procurement, Accounting, and FP& A teams to ensure accurate expense recording and reporting.

     

    Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor inquiries.

     

    Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and workflow optimization.

    Qualifications:

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

     

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

     

    Strong understanding of GAAP and AP best practices.

     

    Experience with ERP systems such as QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics.

     

    Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability.

     

    Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.

     

    Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

    Preferred Skills:

    Experience in a multi-entity or manufacturing environment.

     

    Proven success driving automation or system improvements.

     

    Familiarity with AP automation tools such as Concur, Tipalti, or Coupa.

    Why Join Us:

    Collaborative and growth-oriented finance culture.

     

    Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.

     

    Flexible hybrid schedule in a convenient Newark, DE location. Requirements Accounts Payable (AP), Coding Invoices, Check Runs, Automated Clearing House (ACH), Code Invoices, QuickBooks, Month End Close, Cash Management, Manage Vendor Relationships, Supervisory Oversight

     

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