Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager – Job Description

Industry : Auto Parts Distribution & Multi-State Warehouse Operations

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Manager oversees all aspects of the company’s accounts payable function for a large, multi-state auto parts distribution organization. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of high-volume invoices related to inventory purchases, freight, logistics, warehouse operations, and corporate services. The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for leading the AP team, optimizing processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers, carriers, and warehouse partners across all locations.

Responsibilities

Operational Management

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable workflow, including invoice matching, PO reconciliation, and payment processing for inventory and non-inventory purchases.
• Perform day-to-day payables work, while overseeing a high-volume of invoice processing related to parts suppliers, freight carriers, warehouse operations, and third-party logistics vendors.
• Ensure accurate coding of invoices and adherence to company policies, contractual terms, and state-specific tax regulations.
• Coordinate weekly payment runs and review ACH, wire, check, and credit card payments.
• Monitor vendor statements and aging reports to resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals and AP reporting.

Team Leadership & Development

Vendor & Supplier Management

Process Improvement & Systems Optimization

Compliance & Internal Controls

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Skills & Competencies