ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable
• Lead and supervise the accounts payable function, including daily operations and the transition from offshore/temporary staffing
• Directly manage the AP team, including the AP Supervisor and newly hired AP Accountant
• Review and resolve complex AP issues, ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures
• Oversee vendor payment processes, invoice approvals, and suggested payment runs
• Transition responsibilities away from the temporary AP Manager and eliminate reliance on AP temp staff
• Ensure vendor setup and maintenance is accurate and complete, including tax documentation and payment terms
• Drive continuous improvement in AP processes, internal controls, and automation initiatives
• Support month-end close activities and collaborate with accounting to ensure accurate AP accruals

Cash Management
• Own and manage corporate credit card collections and reconciliations
• Maintain and enhance weekly and long-term cash flow forecasting models
• Monitor and report on daily cash activity across all bank accounts
• Manage updates to debt schedules
• Partner with the Controller and finance leadership to optimize cash positioning and disbursement planning

Strategic Projects & Team Development
• Lead or contribute to strategic initiatives, including AP automation, system enhancements, and policy documentation
• Support training and development of AP staff and cross-functional accounting team members
• Collaborate with IT, FP&A, and Accounting teams to drive system integrations and process alignment
• Identify and implement opportunities for improved efficiency, accuracy, and vendor experience

• 5 plus years of relevant accounting and cash management experience, including a high-volume accounts payable environment
• Bachelor’s degree, Finance or Accounting, preferred but experience can be substitution
• Strong technical skills, Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts using both written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle high-volume processing for multiple entities and vendors
• Positive attitude and desire to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Manage accounts payable systems and complete understanding or commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures
• Experience with Microsoft D365 preferred but not required