Senior Corporate AP Travel Manager

Overview

This role manages the corporate accounts payable and travel expense departments, including delivery of Accounts Payable services for all company locations. The position oversees daily operations for vendor setup and master maintenance, dispute resolution, vendor payment, system maintenance and security, and data integrity. You will also analyze business and technical processes to develop and improve business information processing systems for Accounts Payable and Travel & Expense functions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure systems, policies, and procedures align with organizational policies while maintaining accuracy and timeliness
• Manage accounts payable obligations efficiently
• Oversee 1099, VAT, and sales and use tax processing
• Oversee the travel and purchase card program
• Coordinate with business and technology teams to define system requirements (program functions, output requirements, input data acquisition, and system controls)
• Represent the business unit to define requirements and business cases for technology development
• Develop solutions for complex problems using ingenuity and innovation while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
• Partner with management to investigate needs, obtain price quotes, and make recommendations
• Contribute to procedural and operational recommendations for existing and new technologies
• Support the AP Supervisor with AP issues and as needed during accounting close
• Lead strategic initiatives to improve Procure-to-Pay workflow
• Interface with Supply Chain, Subcontracts, and Finance Operations to ensure smooth end-to-end processes
• Provide briefings on initiatives to senior leadership
• Support AP Supervisor with AP issues as needed and accounting close as needed
• Provide periodic management reporting of key data
• Assist with financial, DCAA and tax audits
• Standardize procedures to generate efficiency
• Develop strategic policies and programs for corporate travel
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained
  • One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, Travel & Expense, or P-Card management
• Demonstrated experience managing AP operations, travel programs, or shared services environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Experience using SQL or similar tools for data extraction and analysis
• Familiarity with RPA/automation technologies (e.g., UIPath, Automation Anywhere, Power Automate) for AP or Finance process automation
• Experience with workflow automation for vendor setup, invoice routing, or travel expense processes
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements (1099, VAT, sales/use tax)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience improving Procure-to-Pay workflows and managing corporate travel programs
• Background with ERP and travel/expense systems (e.g., SAP S4, IFS, Oracle, Concur)
• Experience in regulated or government-contracting environments (DCAA, audits)
• Strong partnership with IT on system integrations, upgrades, and UAT
• Demonstrated success leading automation or process-improvement initiatives
• Strong communication skills for presenting recommendations to leadership

Additional Requirements

• United States citizen, required
• 10% Travel as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: USD $110,000 - 180,000
  • Starting pay is based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions
  • The salary range minimum and maximum correspond to variances between regional/geographic locations across the United States
  • Benefits may be modified at the discretion of the organization
• Employee benefits include:
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Retirement plan
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources

Location

United States (work location not specified in the posting).