Accounts Payable Manager

Batteries Plus • Hartland, WI

27d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Manager oversees all aspects of the company's accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations. This role leads a team of AP professionals, manages vendor relationships, streamlines processes for efficiency, and partners cross-functionally with Finance, Procurement, and Operations to support business objectives. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who drives continuous improvement, enhances automation, and upholds financial accuracy and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting; 2+ years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, 1099 compliance, and sales/use tax regulations.
• Experience with AP automation tools, ERP systems, and electronic payment processing.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Google Suite preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• familiarity with Google Suite

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounts Payable team, providing training, performance feedback, and career growth opportunities.
• Oversee daily AP operations, including invoice processing, vendor maintenance, payment execution, and expense reporting.
• Manage workload distribution and ensure service levels are met for payment cycles and month-end close deadlines.
• Implement and enforce AP policies and procedures to maintain compliance with company, IRS, and audit requirements.
• Review and approve high-value or exception invoices and payments.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies, coding issues, and purchase order variances.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of AP-related general ledger accounts, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Review and validate monthly AP accruals and assist with financial statement preparation.
• Oversee annual 1099 reporting, sales/use tax accruals, and unclaimed property filings.
• Support internal and external audits by providing schedules, documentation, and process explanations.
• Monitor key AP metrics and prepare reports on payment accuracy, timeliness, and vendor satisfaction.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within AP systems and workflows.
• Partner with IT and Procurement to optimize AP system functionality and integrations.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and participate in company-wide financial process initiatives.
• Maintain positive relationships with vendors and ensure timely communication regarding payments, disputes, and terms.
• Negotiate payment terms and recommend strategies to improve working capital and cash flow management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level