Accounts Payable Manager

Arclin Career•Alpharetta, GA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Arclin is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager based in Alpharetta, Georgia. The position is responsible for the operational execution and improvement of Accounts Payable processes, including invoice processing, payments, reconciliations, vendor management, compliance, and stakeholder service. The manager directly leads a team of three Accounts Payable professionals and supports departmental objectives under the guidance of the Director of Global Shared Services. The role contributes to SAP S/4HANA implementation activities and operational excellence initiatives; it is focused on AP operations rather than enterprise-wide Procure-to-Pay strategy. Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the work location. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Five to seven years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, Procure-to-Pay, or financial operations.
Two to three years of people leadership experience with direct management responsibility.
Strong understanding of Accounts Payable and Procure-to-Pay processes.
Knowledge of SOX compliance, audit requirements, and internal control frameworks.
Working knowledge of AP processes, vendor management, payment methods, reconciliations, and internal controls.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop team members.
Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Alpharetta, Georgia.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CAPP, or another relevant professional certification.
MBA or another advanced degree.
Experience managing AP operations in a shared services, corporate, or multinational environment.
Experience supporting ERP implementations or major system enhancements, preferably SAP or SAP S/4HANA.
Experience with process improvement initiatives and operational performance measurement.
Familiarity with automation tools, workflow systems, OCR technology, or AP digital transformation efforts.

Responsibilities

Manage daily Accounts Payable operations, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, payment execution, and account reconciliations.
Monitor team performance and workload distribution to meet service levels and internal deadlines.
Align payment schedules with company payment terms and policies in support of cash management objectives.
Help resolve invoice discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and payment-related issues.
Maintain and improve process documentation, standard operating procedures, and service level agreements.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce manual effort.
Support adoption of automation, workflow technologies, electronic invoicing, and other AP system enhancements.
Participate in SAP S/4HANA implementation activities, including testing, process design, training, and stabilization.
Develop and monitor operational metrics and dashboards to measure performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, company policies, and internal controls.
Review AP transactions for accuracy and adherence to procedures.
Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and assisting with remediation.
Maintain controls around vendor management, invoice approvals, and payment processing.
Partner with Procurement, Finance, Treasury, and business stakeholders to resolve operational issues and improve end-to-end P2P processes.
Build working relationships with suppliers and internal customers to support effective service delivery.
Communicate performance results, operational updates, and process changes to stakeholders.
Directly manage and develop three Accounts Payable professionals through coaching, performance feedback, training, and professional development.
Foster a collaborative, customer-focused, and accountable team environment, ensuring team members understand departmental goals, priorities, and performance expectations.