Summary
The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee all accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing, compliance, and effective internal controls within a fast-paced retail environment. This role leads and develops the AP team, drives process improvements and automation, and leverages SAP technologies—particularly Vendor Invoice Management (VIM)—to optimize invoice workflows. The manager will collaborate with internal partners, manage vendor relationships, and support month-end close and audit activities.
Responsibilities
- Manage and lead the Accounts Payable team, including hiring, training and performance management.
- Oversee end-to-end accounts payable processes from invoice receipt through payment to ensure timely, accurate processing.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements and maintain robust internal controls.
- Utilize and optimize SAP functionality, with a focus on VIM and purchasing modules, to streamline approvals and workflows.
- Identify and implement process improvements and automation to increase efficiency and reduce manual effort.
- Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and manage vendor relationships and payment issues.
- Oversee month-end and year-end close activities and prepare and analyze AP reports to provide insights on payment trends and vendor performance.
- Support internal and external audit requests and provide necessary documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including at least 2 years in a management or supervisory role.
- Proficiency with SAP required; experience with SAP Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) and Purchase Module highly preferred.
- Experience in a retail or high-volume transaction environment is a significant advantage.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
