Senior Manager, Accounts Payable - Valent North America LLC

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About Valent North America LLC:
Valent North America LLC is the shared services organization of Valent U.S.A. LLC and Valent Bio Sciences LLC, part of the Valent group of companies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., Valent North America unites Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, and Environmental Health & Safety functions to maximize service delivery across the Valent group.

Valent U.S.A. engages in the development, registration, sales, and marketing of integrated technological solutions for crop production and pest management. Valent Bio Sciences is a global leader in biorational products for agriculture, public health, and forest health. Sumitomo Chemical is a leading chemical company with a diverse global product portfolio.

Leads and optimizes the company’s AP operations, managing a team and ensuring compliance with policies, accounting standards, and regulations. Provides strategic oversight of AP functions, enhances systems and processes, and ensures accurate, timely recording and payment of liabilities. A key focus is driving successful implementation of critical AP projects to improve efficiency, streamline workflows, and reduce manual effort.

• Leadership & Team Management:
  Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Accounts Payable specialists; set performance goals, provide regular feedback, and support professional development; ensure the AP team is aligned with organizational objectives.
• Process Optimization & Efficiency:
  Support AP project implementations to automate and streamline AP processes, reduce manual data entry, and increase invoice accuracy; collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, Procurement, Finance) and third-party consultants for smooth integration of key AP systems; manage change management efforts including user training and process changes to ensure adoption.
• Vendor Relationship Management:
  Oversee vendor communications, resolve disputes, ensure timely payment of invoices, and build strong relationships to negotiate favorable terms and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance:
  Ensure accurate and timely recording of AP transactions with proper coding to the general ledger; oversee month-end and year-end close processes related to AP and prepare necessary reports; ensure compliance with policies, accounting standards, and legal requirements including tax regulations.
• Audit & Internal Controls:
  Support internal and external audits with documentation and responses; ensure robust internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent fraud.
• Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support:
  Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, and Treasury to ensure smooth workflows; provide financial analysis and reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

• 10+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or Finance, with at least 5 years in a managerial role
• Experience with AP automation tools, particularly Ariba, and familiarity with end-to-end AP automation processes

We recognize that compensation and benefits play a crucial role in career decisions. We’re dedicated to equitable pay practices and transparency in how we reward our employees.

Base Salary: The estimated annual base salary for this position ranges from $145,000 to $165,000
. Individual pay is based on location, skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible for an incentive program or profit-sharing program in addition to base salary.

Benefits: High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one (medical, vision, dental); 5% company contribution to 401(k) plus quarterly discretionary bonus; immediate 100% vesting of retirement contributions; financial assistance programs; life and disability insurance; generous paid time off; flexible work arrangements.

Valent Group of Companies is committed to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. Join us in making a meaningful impact and contributing to a better world.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Valent U.S.A., Valent North America LLC, Valent Bio Sciences LLC and Mycorrhizal Applications LLC are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.