Accounts Payable Manager Job Description
As an Accounts Payable Manager, you will oversee the accounts payable function, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor management. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, reconciling accounts, and resolving any discrepancies. Additionally, you will work closely with other departments to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
Responsibilities
- Manage the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments
- Review and verify invoices and payment requests for accuracy and compliance with company policies
- Obtain proper approvals and ensure appropriate coding and documentation of invoices
- Process vendor payments and reconcile accounts payable transactions
- Coordinate with vendors to resolve any billing or payment discrepancies
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records
- Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports and schedules
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
- Provide support during internal and external audits
- Train and develop accounts payable staff
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Manager or similar role
- Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles, processes, and best practices
- Proficient in ERP systems and other accounting software
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
- Team management and leadership skills
- CPA or CMA certification preferred
Skills
- Accounts payable
- Invoice processing
- Payment processing
- Vendor management
- Record keeping
- Reconciliation
- Financial analysis
- Process improvement
- ERP systems
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Interpersonal
- Deadline management
- Leadership