AP Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

A dynamic organization is seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Manager to lead its vendor dispute resolution and payment operations. This is a high-impact role for a professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and has a passion for process improvement, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.

This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in inventory-related accounts payable, ERP systems, and vendor relationship management. The selected candidate will play a key role in streamlining AP workflows, resolving payment discrepancies, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of AP resolution specialists, setting clear performance benchmarks and KPIs.

Manage the full lifecycle of vendor payment inquiries, invoice discrepancies, and statement reconciliations.

Serve as the escalation point for complex vendor issues, ensuring timely and accurate resolution.

Collaborate with finance and operations teams to reduce match failure rates and improve AP cycle efficiency.

Monitor and report on metrics such as Days Payable Outstanding (DPO) and inquiry response times.

Partner with internal stakeholders to align on resolution strategies and support business goals.

Maintain compliance and confidentiality across all AP processes in a centralized ERP environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

3–5+ years of AP experience, including at least 2 years in inventory-related accounts payable.

Proficiency in large ERP systems (e.g., AS400, Eclipse) and advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Experience in manufacturing, wholesale distribution, or retail environments preferred.

Familiarity with AP automation tools and inventory costing principles.

Core Competencies

Leadership & Team Development

Vendor Relationship Management

Process Optimization & Change Management

Data-Driven Decision Making

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take ownership of a critical AP function and make a measurable impact, this role is for you.

Pay Details : $95,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year

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