Manager, Finance - AP

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Operations Management

Oversee the end-to-end AP process, including invoice processing, payment execution, vendor maintenance, and employee expense reimbursement.

Ensure invoices are processed accurately and within established service level agreements (SLAs).

Monitor AP aging and resolve overdue invoices and payment issues.

Partner with Procurement, Finance, Treasury, Tax, Internal Audit, and business units to resolve AP-related issues.

Serve as the primary escalation point for complex vendor and internal stakeholder concerns.

Manage month-end AP closing activities.

Team Leadership and People Management

Lead, coach, and develop the AP team to achieve operational excellence.

Establish performance objectives and conduct regular performance reviews.

Identify training and development needs to enhance team capabilities.

Compliance, Controls, and Risk Management

Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.

Maintain and strengthen internal controls within the AP process.

Support internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.

Monitor compliance with SOX and other applicable control requirements.

Process Improvement and Transformation

Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across AP operations.

Identify opportunities to improve productivity and work quality

Lead projects related to ERP enhancements, system implementations, and process migrations.

Support digital transformation initiatives including OCR, workflow automation, and electronic invoicing.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.

Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) preferred.

8+ years of Accounts Payable or Shared Services experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.

Skills

Strong knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or equivalent).

Experience managing global or regional AP operations within a Shared Services environment.

Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Working Conditions

This role is hybrid.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.