Accounts Payable Manager

AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in a seven-state territory in the Western United States. AgWest is part of the 100+ year-old Farm Credit System – the leading provider of credit to American agriculture.

AgWest champions the growth and advancement of agriculture, the value of rural communities, and the vital contribution our customers make to the economy and society. We serve customers in 59 locations throughout the West.

We are in search of an Accounts Payable Manager to join our Controllers department in Rocklin, California. This full-time position reports to the VP, Assistant Controller and is responsible for serving as a hands-on supervisor whose responsibilities include the preparation of accurate and timely financial data in the areas of accounts payable, expense claim processing, fixed assets and general accounting.

The base salary range for this position in Rocklin, California is:

• Typical starting range: $91,500 - $126,600
• Full base salary range: $91,500 - $163,000
• Annual performance-based incentive target is 12 or 15% of base depending on experience.

* Relocation assistance will be provided to eligible candidates who must relocate to accept this position.

• Provide oversight, review and supervision for accounts payable, fixed asset and expense reimbursement functions, including procedure development and adherence.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory guidance in areas of responsibility, performing research when necessary.
• Responsible for the oversight and management of internal controls within areas of responsibility.
• Serve as a representative on project teams and other work groups as assigned; assist in the design, testing, and implementation of new accounting or other systems, software upgrades, and automation projects that affect the department; provide input on existing system functionality, design and internal controls.
• Assist in coordinating information required by internal/external review parties such as Internal Audit, Farm Credit Administration and external auditors.
• Represent AgWest's purpose and values to employees, customers, and our communities.
• Demonstrate supervisory competencies and meet expectations of a people leader at AgWest.
• Supervise, coach, and develop employees, including but not limited to role functions, workflow management, time tracking and attendance, establishing annual goals, providing regular feedback, and performing all required performance actions.
• Communicate goals, expectations, and updates clearly and consistently; serve as the primary point of contact between staff and leadership.
• Ensure new employees are effectively trained, and proper onboarding processes are followed; identify learning gaps and coordinate ongoing learning opportunities for staff.
• Mentor direct reports, creating development and stretch opportunities as appropriate.
• Ensure employees understand and comply with all relevant AgWest procedures, policies, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and organizational policies by identifying and mitigating legal and operational risks related to pay, leave, accommodations, workplace safety, discrimination, harassment, and other protected rights.
• Recognize and respond to potential issues, create documentation, and collaborate with leadership and HR to promptly and appropriately address issues.

• AgWest employees may occasionally be asked to travel for all staff or team meetings not included in the…