Accounts Payable Manager

Equus•Houston, TX

55d

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Manager leads the Agency’s accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate financial processing, regulatory compliance, and effective internal controls. This role oversees payment activities, financial reporting, reconciliations, audit support, and accounting procedures while partnering with finance, billing, and operational teams to maintain accurate records and support month-end and year-end close processes. The position also provides staff training, resolves accounting issues, and drives process improvements to support fiscal accountability, audit readiness, and the Agency’s financial objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
5-8 years in Accounting, including 2-3 years in a supervisory role required.
Knowledge of general accounting and US GAAP required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
Excellent computer skills including Excel, Word, Access, and related accounting software required.
Outstanding financial reporting and analytical skills required.
Knowledge of internal and external audit requirements required.
Ability to utilize new tools and technologies in a rapidly changing environment required.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
Knowledge of Oracle

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee the daily operations and administration of the Accounts Payable function to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with organizational objectives.
Maintain effective systems of financial record keeping, accounting transactions, internal controls, and computerized accounting processes.
Monitor the Agency’s financial condition by conducting audits, reviewing financial records, and providing information to internal and external auditors.
Analyze expenditures, budget variances, and financial trends to support forecasting, financial planning, and corrective action recommendations.
Develop, implement, and maintain financial and accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Prepare, review, revise, and distribute internal and external financial reports to support operational and regulatory requirements.
Review weekly check registers to ensure proper coding, authorization, and compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve accounting and financial issues while coordinating with appropriate agency personnel.
Train and support staff on accounting systems, software applications, and financial procedures as needed.
Coordinate Accounts Payable and billing activities to reconcile subsidiary ledgers and ensure the accuracy of general ledger balances.
Reconcile financial reports, subsidiary ledgers, and general ledger control accounts to maintain accurate accounting records.
Review accounting records regularly to identify errors, financial discrepancies, and internal control concerns, and recommend process improvements.
Ensure the Agency’s books, records, and financial documentation are organized, accurate, and maintained in accordance with policies and audit standards.
Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, analysis, and financial records as required.
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including reviewing allocations, preparing reconciliations, and analyzing adjusting journal entries.
Participate in special projects, financial analyses, and other accounting initiatives to support organizational goals.
Maintain current knowledge of accounting standards, financial regulations, and industry best practices through ongoing professional development.
Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to promote fiscal accountability, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Perform additional accounting, financial, and administrative duties as assigned.