Sr. Manager, Accounts Payable

Overview

A precision medicine diagnostics organization specializing in transplant, specialty oncology, and cell therapy is seeking a Sr. Manager of Accounts Payable. This leadership role oversees the end-to-end accounts payable (AP) process, ensuring timely and accurate invoice payments, strengthening internal controls, and driving operational excellence. The position involves managing a team, improving workflows, and maintaining a robust, audit-ready control environment. Collaboration with Accounting, Procurement, Treasury, and other internal stakeholders is essential to deliver efficient, scalable, and compliant AP operations. Candidates located in Chicago, Illinois or Milwaukee, Wisconsin are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AP professionals
• Define clear roles and responsibilities and manage performance expectations
• Foster a high-performing, service-oriented culture focused on responsiveness and accuracy
• Manage team capacity, prioritize workload, and support continuous skill development
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments in line with company policies and service level agreements
• Manage payment runs and ensure compliance with approval and authorization requirements
• Monitor AP aging, identify bottlenecks, and drive resolution of outstanding items
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Resolve vendor inquiries, payment issues, and disputes promptly
• Own AP process requirements and collaborate with Finance Systems/IT to optimize workflows within Coupa and NetSuite
• Lead initiatives to increase electronic payments and reduce manual processes
• Support supplier portal adoption and vendor onboarding
• Oversee key fraud prevention controls, including vendor validation and payment verification
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, including segregation of duties and approval workflows
• Prepare for and support internal and external audits, including walkthroughs
• Identify control gaps and lead remediation efforts
• Manage AP-related close activities such as subledger reconciliations and aging reviews
• Provide reporting and insights into AP performance and trends
• Partner with Treasury to support cash flow planning and optimize payment timing
• Standardize and document AP processes, policies, and procedures
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and accuracy

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum of 8 years progressive Accounts Payable experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong understanding of AP processes, procure-to-pay workflows, and accounting principles
• Experience operating in a SOX-compliant environment
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as NetSuite and AP automation tools like Coupa
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience working in a high-growth or transforming organization
• Proven track record of implementing process improvements or system enhancements
• Experience leading remote or distributed teams

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $131,000 to $170,000 USD (dependent on experience and other factors)
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units
• Competitive health and welfare benefits
• Gym reimbursement program
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Additional benefits including a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy offering up to 30 days paid leave annually for organ or bone marrow donors

Location

• Preferred locations: Chicago, Illinois or Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Remote work available for U.S. candidates only

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Participation in the E-Verify program is maintained.

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