Manager, Accounts Payable

Sun Life • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function within Advantage Dental +. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of invoices, expense reports, and payments while maintaining strong internal controls and vendor relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4+ years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with process improvement and implementing internal controls

Nice To Haves

• Sage Intacct, DocLink, and Avid Pay experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the Accounts Payable Coordinator, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback
• Oversee daily accounts payable operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies and procedures
• Review and approve invoices, expense reports, and payment requests
• Design, implement, and monitor comprehensive internal control procedures for all accounts payable activities.
• Conduct periodic reviews of payment processes and vendor relationships to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain segregation of duties and approval hierarchies for all transactions processed by accounts payable function.
• Reconcile accounts payable ledger and timely address any variances to ensure accuracy of financial records
• Act as the primary liaison between the company and its vendors, fostering strong professional partnerships through responsive and effective communication.
• Proactively address payment inquiries, investigate invoice discrepancies, and coordinate with internal departments to resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintain detailed records of all vendor interactions.
• Monitor vendor satisfaction and escalate systemic issues to appropriate stakeholders to ensure continuous improvement in the accounts payable process
• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports for management review
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and improve efficiency
• Support timely and accurate completion of monthly and annual closing activities by reconciling accounts payable balances to the general ledger and resolving any discrepancies.
• Prepare accrual entries for unprocessed invoices.
• Generate required reports including aging schedules, outstanding liabilities, and vendor analysis for management and financial reporting purposes.
• Coordinate with the accounting team to meet all closing deadlines and provide supporting documentation as needed.
• Stay current with accounts payable best practices and recommend process improvements
• Performs testing for new project implementations along with supporting system upgrades ensuring full end to end testing is performed successfully and timely

Benefits

• At Sun Life, we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, medical coverage, company paid life and AD&D insurance, disability programs and a partially paid sabbatical program.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match, stock purchase options and an employer-funded retirement account.
• Enjoy a flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees