Accounts Payable Manager

SpectrumCareers
Bethesda, MD

Responsibilities

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable department
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop Accounts Payable staff
  • Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and payment runs
  • Review and approve invoice coding, payment batches, and vendor setups
  • Maintain vendor relationships and resolve payment discrepancies in a professional and timely manner
  • Oversee monthly AP close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls
  • Manage the annual 1099 reporting process and related tax documentation
  • Partner with Procurement, Accounting, Treasury, and business stakeholders to improve processes and workflows
  • Monitor AP aging and outstanding liabilities to ensure appropriate cash management
  • Identify opportunities for automation, process improvements, and increased efficiency
  • Assist with audits by preparing supporting schedules and responding to auditor requests
  • Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and performance metrics


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
  • 4+ years of progressive accounts payable experience
  • 1+ years of supervisory or management experience
  • Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, internal controls, and accounting principles
  • Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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