Our client is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager with a background in wholesale or retail to lead daily AP operations, ensure accurate and timely invoice processing, and strengthen internal controls across a high-volume environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, experience managing vendor relationships, and the ability to improve processes in fast-paced, inventory-driven organizations.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the full accounts payable function, including invoice processing, payment runs, reconciliations, and vendor maintenance
- Manage AP staff and support training, workflow prioritization, and performance development
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of high-volume invoices in a wholesale or retail environment
- Review and approve payments, expense reports, and vendor account reconciliations
- Partner with purchasing, receiving, operations, and accounting teams to resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and receipts
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures
- Monitor AP aging, cash flow considerations, and payment terms to optimize working capital
- Lead month-end close activities related to accounts payable, including accruals and reporting
- Evaluate and improve AP processes, systems, and reporting to increase efficiency and accuracy
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience, including prior management or supervisory responsibility
- Experience in wholesale, retail, consumer products, distribution, or inventory-based environments strongly preferred
- Knowledge of three-way match, purchase orders, vendor compliance, and high-volume invoice processing
- Experience with ERP systems and strong Excel skills
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- sExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across department
Preferred Skills
- Experience managing AP in a multi-location or multi-entity environment
- Background improving workflows, automation, or AP system implementation
- Strong understanding of inventory flow and vendor payment processes in wholesale or retail operations