Accounts Payable Director

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Accounts Payable is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring timely, accurate, and controlled processing of vendor payments across the organization. This role drives process efficiency, strengthens internal controls, and partners closely with operations and corporate leadership to support business objectives. The ideal candidate brings a balance of technical accounting knowledge, process discipline, and strong people leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/AP experience, including leadership roles
• Proven experience leading AP functions in a mid-to-large, multi-location organization
• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit processes, and disbursement risk management
• Experience with ERP systems and AP automation tools
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and operational efficiency
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor the AP team, promoting a culture of accountability, responsiveness, and continuous improvement
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold team members accountable to service levels and quality standards
• Build bench strength and ensure proper staffing levels to support business needs
• Oversee the full AP cycle including invoice intake, coding, approvals, payment processing, and vendor management
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce cycle times, eliminate inefficiencies, and enhance scalability
• Drive automation initiatives (invoice capture, workflow tools, system integrations) to modernize the AP function
• Ensure strong internal controls over disbursements, including fraud prevention and adherence to company policies
• Maintain compliance with SOX (if applicable), audit requirements, and regulatory standards
• Partner with internal/external auditors to support audits and address findings
• Collaborate with operations and field leadership to improve invoice submission, approval timeliness, and issue resolution
• Serve as the primary escalation point for vendor and internal inquiries, including sensitive or high-risk situations
• Communicate clearly and proactively with stakeholders to manage expectations and drive accountability
• Ensure timely and accurate AP accruals and support month-end close requirements
• Provide reporting and insights on AP metrics (aging, cycle times, exception trends, cash disbursements)
• Support cash flow management by partnering with Treasury and Finance leadership

Benefits

• Advanced Pay
• Financial Literacy Classes
• Employee Assistance Program offering Mental Health Resources, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, and more!
• Child Care Discount
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) for Eligible Locations
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Exclusive Tutera Perks
• Tutera University
• Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager