Accounts Payable Manager

Sauer Brands • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments. This role leads and develops the AP team, strengthens internal controls, supports the financial close process, and partners cross-functionally with Operations and Accounting. In addition, this role will drive operational efficiency and serve as a key point of contact for audits and vendor relationships. This role has three direct reports and will report directly to the Corporate Controller.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, college level accounting classes or Accounting Degree preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience with accounts payable
• Tech savvy
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to work and thrive under time constraints and juggle/prioritize responsibilities
• Highly organized
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication abilities
• Must be able to work independently and perform at high levels in a fast-paced ever-changing work environment
• Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimum direction
• Eye for detail and accuracy is imperative
• Professional Demeanor
• Entrepreneurial drive and the desire to “build a business”.
• Passionate, outgoing, energetic, and results oriented personality
• Overall confidence in one’s abilities and comfortable communicating the facts
• Smart, creative and inquisitive
• Character and Integrity; does the right thing even when no one is looking
• No excuses mindset. Accountable and reliable.
• Dependable team player with positive attitude
• Determination, grit, pursuit of excellence
• Passion for organization, and attention to details
• Documented history of making improvements in assigned work area/responsibilities
• Stellar references based on contributions and performance

Nice To Haves

• PeopleSoft a plus.
• Proficient in using automated Accounts Payable software; Medius experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Timely processing of invoices for multiple manufacturing plants, in accordance with vendor payment terms
• Maintenance of vendor database
• Oversight of the AP automation system
• Reconciliation of vendor statements
• Processing of annual 1099s
• Address vendor questions via email or phone call
• Development of AP KPIs
• Monthly analysis of AP fluctuations and DP changes
• Development and implementation of strong internal controls around the procure to pay process

Benefits

• 401K
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Parental Leave
• Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Voluntary Disability Insurance
• Other Voluntary Insurance Options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED