Accounts Payable & Credit Card Manager

ebs recruiters LLC•Columbia, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A dynamic and growing organization is seeking a highly skilled, process-oriented Manager to lead high-volume transactional operations with a focus on Accounts Payable and Corporate Credit Card Administration. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and scalability of these functions across a diverse portfolio of entities, including commercial real estate, equipment rental, technology, construction, and home services. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who ensures accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), regulatory requirements, and internal financial policies.

Requirements

MUST be located within a commutable distance to Columbia, Missouri
Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
Master's degree or CPA designation preferred.
Five or more years of accounting or finance experience, including at least two years in a managerial role overseeing staff or high-volume transactional departments.
In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar ERP systems.
Prior experience managing automated Accounts Payable platforms and corporate credit card programs is highly preferred.
Proven collaborative leadership style.
High degree of integrity and discretion.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Oversee all Accounts Payable and Corporate Card functions, ensuring seamless integration into the month-end close process.
Serve as the direct manager for the Accounts Payable and Corporate Card functions, providing coaching, performance feedback, and daily operational guidance to staff.
Partner with leadership and cross-functional departments to report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to spend management and operational efficiency.
Oversee the end-to-end administration of the corporate credit card program, including policy enforcement and management of the full card lifecycle, such as applications, renewals, modifications, and cancellations.
Maintain accurate cardholder information and spending limits with card providers.
Ensure Accounts Payable and credit card platforms integrate accurately and timely with accounting systems, monitoring synchronization activities and resolving discrepancies to maintain data integrity.
Serve as the primary owner of transactional workflow optimization for Accounts Payable and credit card operations to ensure efficiency, scalability, and compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
Conduct detailed audit reviews of corporate and portfolio company credit card activity, including monitoring for prohibited or improper use, addressing policy violations, and managing issues related to personal usage and delinquency.
Oversee annual vendor spend reporting to ensure 1099 compliance and provide accurate, timely spend reporting to leadership.
Meet strict month-end close deadlines related to Accounts Payable accruals, credit card reconciliations, and balance sheet integrity.
Support annual financial statement audits and reviews by providing required documentation and explanations for transactional activity.
Provide exceptional support to cardholders and approvers regarding transaction inquiries and policy interpretation.
Develop and deliver initial and ongoing training programs, including refresher sessions for cardholders.