Accounts Payable Shared Services Senior Manager

Overview

The organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Shared Services Manager to join the Finance and Accounting team. This role supports rapid growth and helps continue transforming the finance organization and technology landscape. Responsibilities include designing and implementing a shared services model for accounts payable teams and processes.

Location

US Remote

Reports To

VP and Corporate Controller

Salary Range

$125,000-$160,000

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Invoice-to-Pay (I2P) dedicated personnel across 3 locations in North America, with an emphasis on process improvement, coaching, development, continuous learning, and achieving results
• Analyze workflow, processes, and operational measures to identify root causes, quantify and justify recommended improvements across the procure-to-pay process, including the use of new digital solutions
• Direct a team with troubleshooting, problem solving, and collaboration to create effective and efficient procure-to-pay processes that can be scaled
• Develop and translate strategy into operational goals, objectives, and process roadmaps
• Ensure accounts payable procedures comply with all state and federal regulations
• Support month end close through accrual preparation and reconciliations
• Communicate effectively with auditors by providing reports and reconciliations as necessary, and help ensure timely and accurate audits are performed

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting/Finance required
• Minimum of 10 years of experience, including experience with ERP payables systems, continuous improvement, and managing others (experience with managing remote workers preferred)
• Extensive background in accounts payable operations in mid-sized to large manufacturing organizations and end to end procure-to-pay processes
• Proficiency using Excel and ERP/MRP software; preferable Infor Syteline ERP
• Knowledge and background in process improvement, business operations, project management, change management, and automation/technology systems implementations
• Ability to travel up to 25% for collaboration, problem solving, or participation in process-improvement and company-wide events may be required
• Strong organization and analytical skills with demonstrated subject matter expertise to enable independent and reliable execution of essential functions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks efficiently without sacrificing accuracy; thoughtful, practical, analytical approach
• Ability to utilize judgment in decision-making process and decisions related to job tasks
• Ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to influence at all levels and lead through change and transformative growth

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with managing remote workers

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $125,000-$160,000
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success

Workplace Policies

• The organization does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Scams

• Beware of recruiting scams; the organization never charges candidates fees, and all recruiter emails come from an internal company domain.