AP Manager

Arkansas Talent Group•Little Rock, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Arkansas Talent Group is partnering with a very large organization in Central Arkansas to help them find an AP Manager (Accounts Payable Manager). This position will be responsible for managing the full accounts payable lifecycle, supervising AP staff, processing vendor payments, reconciling accounts, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and collaborating with cross-functional finance teams.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
Minimum of 5+ years of accounts payable experience in a mid to large-sized organization, with 2+ years in a management/supervisory role within a MID TO LARGE organization
Strong proficiency with AP systems and ERP platforms; Workday strongly desired, Oracle/SAP experience also highly valued
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Must have Formulas, Pivots, VLOOKUPs, and experience working with multiple workbooks and large data sets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders across the organization and manage vendor relationships
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to process high-volume transactions accurately
Knowledge of GAAP principles, SOX compliance, and internal control frameworks
Currently in an AP Manager, AP Supervisor, Director or senior AP Analyst role (with significant supervision experience)
Experience in a mid to large organization with complex AP processes and multiple business units overseeing at least 5 AP associates
Must be on-site, no remote or hybrid opportunities.
Candidate must be local or willing to relocate.

Nice To Haves

Workday strongly desired, Oracle/SAP experience also highly valued
Enjoys leading teams, building processes, and improving quality and efficiency in high-volume environments
Thrives in a collaborative environment and is comfortable being a subject-matter resource for internal teams and external vendors
Proven track record of implementing automation, reducing processing costs, and improving vendor satisfaction

Responsibilities

Oversee the entire accounts payable process including invoice processing, payment runs, vendor setup, and account reconciliations for a mid to large organization
Manage and supervise a team of AP clerks/associates, providing coaching, training, performance feedback, and workload distribution
Process and authorize vendor payments via check, ACH, wire, and virtual card while maintaining proper approval hierarchies and cash flow management
Reconcile AP sub-ledger to general ledger monthly, resolve variance issues, and ensure accurate balance sheet reporting
Review and approve employee expense reports, credit card transactions, and travel reimbursements per company policy
Maintain vendor master file accuracy, including new vendor setup, contact information updates, tax form collection (W-9), and payment term negotiations
Prepare and deliver monthly AP reporting including aging analysis, cash flow projections, payment volume metrics, and key performance indicators to Finance leadership
Implement and enforce internal controls per SOX requirements, ensuring audit-ready documentation, proper segregation of duties, and compliance with GAAP standards
Partner with Accounting, Treasury, Procurement, HR, IT, and Business Units to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and process improvements
Lead year-end audit support by providing AP documentation, vendor statement reconciliations, and 1099 preparation data
Identify and implement automation opportunities using tools such as Workday, Oracle, SAP, A360, or other AP software to enhance efficiency and reduce manual processing
Monitor and manage vendor inquiries, resolve billing disputes, and negotiate favorable payment terms to support positive vendor relationships
Ensure timely and accurate monthly close activities, including accruals, prepayment amortization, and hard/soft close support