Accounts Payable Manager

Overview

Vaco is assisting its Memphis-based client in its search for an Accounts Payable Manager
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The role oversees the accounts payable process to ensure timely and accurate vendor payments. This position will manage a team of AP Supervisors and staff, maintain vendor relationships, and implement controls and efficiencies across the AP function. The Accounts Payable Manager will partner closely with procurement, field operations, finance, and customer service teams to improve process workflows.

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices
• Monitor accounts payable aging and routinely review vendor statement reconciliations to ensure timely payments
• Collaborate with procurement and field operations to ensure vendor compliance regarding purchase order variances
• Exhibit adherence to internal controls and company policy related to invoice approvals, payment terms and vendor setup
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and ensure all vendor inquiries and issues are resolved promptly
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives, including system enhancements and automation opportunities
• Manage and mentor AP staff, providing training, support and performance feedback

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field desired
• 5+ years of proven experience in accounts payable management, preferably in a distribution or wholesale environment
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and implement standardized procedures
• Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills with a customer service mindset
• Familiarity with financial systems (e.g. Oracle) and experience in implementing system enhancements
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer:
Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied.

Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.