Accounts Payable Manager

Hartford HealthCare•Hartford, CT

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Manager of Supply Chain is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and administration of an efficient and coordinated payable support system. This role involves managing Accounts Payable, including Customer Supplier Relations and the Accounts Payable disbursement group, which handles all check disbursements, 1099, and tax-related matters across three ERP systems. The manager is also responsible for overseeing accounting functions such as general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting, ensuring their accuracy and timeliness. Key duties include managing the monthly closing of financial records and posting month-end information to ensure the accuracy of financial statements. The position provides accounting assistance to project managers and operations staff, addressing financial questions and concerns to meet business needs. Additionally, the Accounts Payable Manager acts as a liaison between the company, government, and external accountants to facilitate information exchange and ensure proper historical record maintenance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance required
5 plus years of Accounting experience
One or more years of leadership experience.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
1099 Filing
ERP AP Systems
Strong consultative, analytical, researching and problem solving skills
Excellent interpersonal/communication and presentation skills
Able to effectively work with cross functional teams and other functions across the company
Detail oriented, strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
Strong working experience and knowledge of internal control concepts
Experience with Financial close process
Demonstrated ability to train staff for continuous improvement
Demonstrated KPI Management experience
Strong leadership, communication (written and verbal) and influencing skills

Responsibilities

Leading the development, implementation and administration of a coordinated payable support system that operates efficiently.
Manages Accounts Payable. Includes, Customer Supplier Relations, and the Accounts Payable disbursement group which handles all check disbursements, 1099 and tax related matters for 3 ERP systems.
Manages accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting; ensures accuracy and timeliness.
Manages monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensures accuracy of financial statements.
Provides accounting assistance to project managers and operations staff; responds to financial questions/concerns to meet business needs.
Acts as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.