Accounts Payable Manager

Chugach Government Solutions • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

The Accounts Payable Manager will lead and oversee the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring efficient, accurate, and compliant processing of vendor and subcontractor payments in a government contracting environment. This role is responsible for driving process improvements, enhancing internal controls, and leading automation initiatives to support a scalable and high-performing finance organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6-10 years of accounts payable or accounting experience.
• Experience in a government contracting (GovCon) environment.
• Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DCAA compliance.
• ERP system experience (Oracle, Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, etc.).
• Strong Excel and financial systems proficiency.
• Customer service focus and mindset.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end accounts payable operations including invoice processing and payments.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and DCAA requirements.
• Review invoices for proper project and contract cost coding/allocation.
• Oversee invoice review and payment in accordance with contract terms.
• Maintain strong internal controls and documentation to support audits.
• Establish KPIs and monitor AP performance metrics and workflows.
• Assist with DCAA audits, financial audits, and other reviews as needed.
• Manage vendor onboarding and maintenance, including W-9 and compliance documentation.
• Support month-end close activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations.
• Develop and manage AP team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees