Manager, Accounts Payable

Manager, Accounts Payable

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

Reference number

2025-164880

Job details

Domain

Programs / Customer Relations

Job field / Job profile

Finance and management - Accounting

Job title

Manager, Accounts Payable

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Manager, Accounts Payable you'll play a pivotal part on our Finance team.

The Manager, Accounts Payable is responsible for leading and overseeing all activities within the Accounts Payable department, including staff management, process improvement, policy enforcement and financial reporting. A key responsibility of the Manager, Accounts Payables is ensuring the timely on-time payment of cash and cash application as well as the accurate recording of invoices with respect to account, amount, and accounting period. This role reports to the Shared Service Finance Director.

Summary of Duties :

 Direct, hire, train, motivate, and evaluate Accounts Payable team members to ensure high performance and engagement.

 Overseeing daily department operations of the Accounts Payable department, such as disbursing checks, processing EFT payments, oversee supplier accounts, to ensure that they are completed accurately and on time and aligned with established procedures.

 Maintaining accurate and complete financial, employee, and client records.

 Compile, analyze, and report financial information to management, auditors, regulatory agencies as required.

 Establish and monitor departmental goals, objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs).

 Develop, implement, improve, and enforce budgets, policies, and department controls to increase accuracy, efficiency and mitigate risk.

 Build and maintain relationships with employees, clients, vendors, and lenders.

 Performs all tasks and projects assigned under minimal supervision.

 Executes special assignments and tasks as requested or needed and provide thorough and timely updates on progress.

 Manage and guide a staff of Accounts Payable specialists, including coordination with accounts payable personnel in Mexico.

 Drive continuous improvement initiatives by conducting process analysis to identify opportunities for efficiency gains.

 Evaluate and implement automation solutions and digitization tools to enhance performance.

 Identify, report, and monitor ERP or technical issues, ensuring timely follow up and resolution.

 Create, analyze, and comment on indicators related to supplier invoice management. Establish and monitor manage KPIs, implement corrective actions where needed, and communicate progress to senior management.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for business and regional aircraft interiors.

Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.

Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.

Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.

Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!

Why join us?

US EEO statements :

At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex / gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability / medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• Your Benefits : Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products / services and more!
• Management roles may be eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Candidate skills & requirements

Qualifications :

Computer Skill : Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office and Windows operating system, especially excel. Knowledge of Infor (M3) ERP, a +, but not required.

Description : Intermediate / Professional level.

Annual salary

$78,130 - $122,770

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, California

City (-ies)

1620 Sunflower Avenue CA 92626 Costa Mesa

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)

ITAR Controlled Position : Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship / permanent residency

No