jjs6450-Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager   We are in search of the most talented A/P Manager to Lead, plan and coordinates work teams in an efficient and economical basis in the performance of all accounting operational functions related to Accounts Payable.
Determines objectives for the Accounts Payable department, which align with the needs of the business units and vendor-to-payment strategies.
Participates in/direct process improvement projects.
Conducts review meetings with key business stakeholders to discuss potential process improvements and customer service initiatives. Provides upper management with analytical data related to Accounts Payable SLA performance objectives.
Accounts Payable Management: manages all aspects of processing and funds distribution for a high volume of vendors.
Ensures the necessary internal procedures are in place to protect assets and provide financial control of the accounts payable function. Coordinates and reviews the processing of vendor invoices to ensure prompt verification and accurate payment of outstanding liabilities, while optimizing cash flow.
Periodically meet with key business designees to review AP performance in accordance with SLA objectives.
Recommends and implements changes in methods and procedures to improve the efficiency of the Accounts Payable. Corporate and Purchasing Card Management: oversees the functioning of Purchasing Card and Corporate Card programs.
(1) Leads the Purchasing Card Program as the payment mechanism for low-dollar, high volume transactions. Develops policies and procedures for the deployment of the P-card solution. Oversees spend categories for potential inclusion into P-card payables process. Manages P-card service provider relationship and assure delivery of value proposition to business units.
(2) Oversees the administration of Corporate Card Program. Ensures accurate and timely execution of all related functions.
(3) Leads initiatives to enhance Purchasing Card program. Travel Expense Management: oversees the functions of the Travel and Expense management program.
Responsible for policy compliance, internal controls, ACH reimbursements, and related GL posting. Leads initiatives to enhance/replace T & E Expense systems as necessary. Systems: Oversees management of relevant systems and software related to general ledger, tax payments, bank transactions, and freight.
Policies, Procedures implements best practices. Works with vendor and wider business population to effectively resolve issues and identify and implement opportunities to leverage technology and cost savings strategies (i.e. EFT, EBP, EDI, procurement card, etc.). Ensures departmental policies and procedures are maintained and updated.
 Coordinates activities with external auditors.
Reporting: Manages accounts payable reporting. Ensures accurate and timely vendor 1099 tax reporting, and reconciliation of ledger accounts. Provides upper management with analytical and statistical reports related to business unit expenditures and AP SLA performance.
People Development: Manages development and rewarding of staff. Determines objectives for the Accounts Payable department. Leadss A/P department to meet and exceed performance measure goals and delivers outstanding customer service. Recruits, hires, trains and develops AP team members. Completes performance plans and annual performance evaluations.Required SkillsBachelor/Associate degree or relevant experience.
Six plus years relevant experience.
Three years supervisory or management experience.
Strong analytical, planning and problem solving skills.
Excellent computer skills, Excel and Word proficient. BPCS knowledge a plus.
Strong oral and written communications skills.