Accounting Manager - AP

SimonMed Imaging•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

SimonMed Imaging is hiring an Accounting Manager to lead and oversee the organization's accounts payable function, including vendor payments, landlord and lease-related payment administration, annual 1099 compliance reporting, and selected general accounting activities. The role is responsible for timely and accurate financial transactions, month-end close and financial reporting support, strong internal controls, vendor and landlord relationships, and continuous process improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, and financial accuracy. The Accounting Manager will oversee high-volume AP operations and lease-related payments for company locations, review payment activity before final approval, manage annual 1099 processes and vendor tax compliance, and support accounting close, reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, prepaid schedules, and audit preparation. The role will also identify process and automation opportunities, maintain procedures and performance indicators, and supervise, mentor, and develop AP staff. The position requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, 5–8+ years of progressive accounting or accounts payable experience, and 2–3+ years of leadership or management experience. Healthcare industry and multi-unit experience are preferred. Physical demands may include lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, prolonged sitting, and frequent standing and walking. Dress attire is business casual or scrubs, depending on the department.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
5–8+ years of progressive accounting or accounts payable experience.
2–3+ years of leadership or management experience.
Experience managing high-volume AP operations, vendor payments, recurring lease obligations, and month-end close support.
Experience managing annual 1099 reporting and vendor tax compliance requirements.
Experience with ERP systems.
Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, internal controls, and accounting principles.
Knowledge of lease administration, landlord coordination, rent payment processing, and lease-related accounting concepts.
Strong understanding of IRS Form 1099 reporting, W-9 administration, TIN matching, and vendor tax compliance.
Ability to prepare journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepaid schedules, and supporting financial analysis.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and various accounting software programs.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, tactfully, and patiently with internal and external customers.
Meticulous attention to detail and ability to meet established quality standards with minimal errors.
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport and trust.
Effective organization and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in high-pressure situations.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience driving process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives.
Ability to meet physical demands that may include lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, prolonged sitting, and frequent standing and walking.
Successful completion of drug and background screening is required.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare industry experience.
Multi-unit experience.

Responsibilities

Lead daily Accounts Payable operations and ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of financial transactions.
Maintain internal controls over AP processes, vendor master data, payment activities, and lease payment administration.
Oversee processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reimbursements, recurring contractual obligations, rent, common area maintenance, property tax, insurance, and other lease-related payments.
Monitor AP aging and coordinate payment timing with Accounting Leadership to optimize cash flow and maintain vendor relationships.
Review payment runs, wire transfers, ACH transactions, checks, and other payment activities before submitting them to Accounting Leadership for final approval.
Partner with Accounting team members to administer the corporate credit card program.
Oversee annual 1099 processing, including vendor setup review, tax classification, payment tracking, and timely regulatory filing.
Maintain processes for IRS reporting compliance, including collecting and validating Forms W-9 and vendor tax identification information.
Ensure landlord payments are accurate and consistent with lease agreements; coordinate resolution of lease billing discrepancies and landlord inquiries.
Monitor lease dates, payment escalations, and contractual obligations to support compliance and avoid penalties.
Provide payment data and documentation for financial reporting and audits.
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Review and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts and assist with accrual calculations and prepaid expense schedules.
Partner with Accounting and FP&A on expense coding and accounting treatment.
Assist with preparation of audit schedules.
Monitor and mitigate fraud risks associated with vendor payments, landlord remittances, and supplier onboarding.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve AP and accounting processes through automation, standardization, and technology.
Lead or support AP system implementations, upgrades, invoice workflow enhancements, and process improvement initiatives.
Develop and maintain AP procedures, standard operating procedures, and documentation.
Monitor key performance indicators and implement improvements to efficiency, accuracy, and service quality.
Supervise, mentor, and develop AP staff; establish performance expectations and provide regular coaching and feedback.