Accounts Payable Manager
About The Position
City Brewing Company's Accounts Payable Manager directs the accounts payable function to ensure transactions are processed accurately and on time, in compliance with company policies and GAAP. The manager leads accounts payable coordinators responsible for full-cycle invoice processing, payment runs, vendor account management, and resolution of invoice and payment discrepancies. The role supervises accounts payable month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations, maintains internal controls over disbursements, and partners with Purchasing, Receiving, and plant leadership to improve the procure-to-pay cycle. The manager also reviews the existing A/P process map, identifies opportunities, and implements related changes.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of accounts payable experience, including full-cycle AP in a high-volume environment.
- At least 3 years of experience managing and coaching a team.
- Manufacturing or operational accounting experience within a complex industry.
- Experience improving AP processes, implementing ERP systems, and using automation tools.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and accounts payable best practices.
- Advanced MS Suite capabilities, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice receipt, coding, approval routing, and timely payment of vendor obligations.
- Modernize A/P workflows by implementing ERP modules and identifying automation opportunities.
- Lead, train, and develop accounts payable coordinators; set performance goals and conduct regular performance reviews.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and check, ACH, and wire payment runs.
- Maintain vendor master data and relationships, and research and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment inquiries.
- Oversee the accounts payable month-end close process, including accruals, account reconciliations, and related reporting.
- Administer and oversee annual 1099 reporting, including vendor classification review, compliance validation, and timely filing.
- Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Monitor internal controls over disbursements in accordance with corporate policy to safeguard company assets against fraud, theft, and other financial risks.
- Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to increase accounts payable efficiency and accuracy.
- Monitor KPIs, including invoice processing time, days payable outstanding, and exception rates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
