Manager - Accounts Payable

Wesco•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

As a Manager - Accounts Payable, you will manage all activities in the accounts payable function. You will ensure timely payments of vendor invoices and expense vouchers and maintains accurate records and control reports. You will review applicable accounting reports and accounts payable register to ensure accuracy. You will manage subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. You will ensure that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets.

Requirements

Bachelors’ Degree in Business, finance, or accounting. or related required
Progressive accounting - 3 years required; 6 years preferred
Previous supervisory of both exempt and non-exempt staff - 1 year required; 3 years preferred
General systems aptitude
Strong communication skills
Strong problem solving skills
Proficiency using Microsoft Office products, especially Excel
Ability to deal effectively with vendors and outside agencies
Ability to work under tight time schedules and handle multiple tasks

Nice To Haves

Fixed asset accounting - 1 year preferred
Oracle or other large integrated financial system - 3 years preferred
Accounts payable or other transaction heavy accounting function - 3 years preferred

Responsibilities

Executes payments to vendors
Ensures compliance with corporate and governmental policies and procedures in relation to accounts payable
Designs and executes controls over business processes to ensure proper execution and reporting.
Manages and develops staff
Develops and promotes culture of continuous improvement
Prepares schedules and reports, including accounts payable data and metrics