Accounts Payable Manager

Summary

The AP Manager leads the implementation and optimization of a new AP portal, ensuring seamless system integration and alignment with business goals. The role partners with Finance, Procurement, IT, and vendors to define requirements, test and configure workflows, train users, and enhance processes. It requires strong AP expertise, project management skills, and a focus on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.

After successful implementation, the role transitions to managing daily AP operations for a multi‑unit organization across many companies and geographies.

• AP Process Expertise
• System Implementation Experience
• ERP and Integration Knowledge
• Process Mapping and Optimization
• Project Management Skills
• Data Accuracy and Troubleshooting
• Team Leadership
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Change Management and User Training

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred
• 7+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including leadership of an AP team.
• Proven experience implementing or managing AP systems or automation tools
• Experience leading cross‑functional projects and teams
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and system integrations
• Demonstrated process improvement, compliance, and controls experience

• Some travel expected during project implementation. Little to no travel after successful implementation

• Strong proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis functions.

• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external vendors.
• High attention to detail, strong problem‑solving abilities, and a continuous‑improvement mindset.

Play Core and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Proven experience implementing or managing AP systems or automation tools (preferred)

7 years: 7+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including leadership of an AP team. (required)

• MS Outlook (preferred)
• Microsoft Power Point (preferred)
• Excel (preferred)

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