Overview
A leading online personal styling service is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to join their Finance team. This role involves managing the accounts payable and travel & expense (T&E) teams, overseeing procure-to-pay operations, vendor relations, and corporate expense programs. The position requires collaboration with multiple departments including Accounting, Merchandising, Operations, Engineering, and Financial Systems to support business initiatives and system improvements.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a high-performing Accounts Payable team, including supervisors, coordinators, and processors.
- Partner with Accounting, Merchandising, Engineering, and IT teams to design and implement system updates enhancing AP functionality.
- Oversee administration of the company’s T&E platform and corporate card program, ensuring efficient expense reporting and reimbursement.
- Champion the use of AI technologies to improve workflows and adopt new AI functionalities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to identify efficiencies and drive continuous improvements in AP processes.
- Manage the monthly close for accounts payable and related accounts, including AP aging and Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI) accounts.
- Oversee day-to-day operations involving high-volume invoicing and three-way matching of inventory receipts (~10,000+ per month).
- Ensure prompt payment and accurate account reconciliation, providing professional resolution assistance to vendors and internal partners.
- Prepare detailed analyses, schedules, and presentations to support internal audits and tax filings.
- Develop business reporting using financial datasets to identify opportunities for process optimization.
- Create robust metrics to monitor volume and efficiency; perform root-cause analysis on critical issues to inform management and influence IT roadmap.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant business field.
- 10+ years of experience managing accounts payable functions; experience in a public company and/or retail sector preferred.
- 4+ years of supervisory experience leading teams of hourly and salaried employees.
- Extensive experience with financial reporting systems, ERP implementation, and maintaining SOX compliance.
- Proven track record as a key player in systems implementation, leveraging technology for operational scalability.
- Strong knowledge of supply chain operations and procure-to-pay lifecycle, including invoice ingestion, three-way match, and master data management.
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Oracle Cloud is a plus.
- Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
- Solid foundation in technical accounting and GAAP standards.
- Dedicated mentor with ability to set clear professional development goals for team members.
- Strong interpersonal skills; bright, kind, and motivated by challenge.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a fast-paced, data-rich environment.
- Familiarity with AI applications in finance and accounting processes.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary range: $78,800 to $131,000 USD, based on location, experience, and performance.
- Eligibility for annual bonus and grants of restricted stock units.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
Location
- Position is based in the United States with salary aligned to geographic location.
This role offers an opportunity to lead a critical finance function within a dynamic and innovative environment, supporting business growth and operational excellence.