Manager, Accounts Payable

YETI•Austin, TX

20d

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Manager is a key leader within the Controllership organization, responsible for overseeing the end-to-end Accounts Payable function for the U.S. and Canada. The role ensures vendor and AP records are timely, accurate, and complete in accordance with internal policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). It is accountable for daily and weekly AP operations, administration of established policies, and recommending procedural improvements that enhance compliance, efficiency, and support business objectives. The manager leads a team of four and drives continuous improvement while partnering with Accounting, Procurement, IT, FP&A, Operations, and Marketing. The role balances hands-on operational oversight with strategic process development, setting team performance expectations, providing daily operational guidance, and ensuring monthly and quarterly financial deadlines are met.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive AP or accounting experience, including 3+ years of management experience.
Experience with AP operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Strong knowledge of AP processes, vendor management, and T&E policy administration.
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Outlook and Word.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and a track record of meeting deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
International experience preferred.
Hands-on experience with Concur and corporate card programs strongly preferred.
Experience with SAP or other major ERP systems preferred.
Professional AP certifications, such as APA or APM, are a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Accounts Payable team, emphasizing service, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Manage workload allocation and priorities, and oversee training, performance reviews, and development plans.
Foster a collaborative environment that supports operational excellence and innovation.
Set clear team performance expectations aligned with Accounting and organizational objectives.
Oversee full-cycle AP operations for the U.S. and Canada, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant invoice processing.
Manage weekly payment runs, including ACH, checks, wires, and cross-border payments.
Oversee AP journal entries, month-end accruals, reconciliations, and close deliverables.
Manage vendor relationships and serve as an escalation point for issue resolution.
Ensure policies align with business strategies and monitor compliance.
Lead year-end 1099 reporting and ensure compliance with IRS and CRA requirements.
Own, maintain, and enforce company T&E policy and protocols, ensuring clarity, consistency, and compliance.
Serve as business owner and administrator for Concur, including configuration, workflows, compliance monitoring, reporting, and user support.
Oversee corporate P-Card and T&E card programs, including issuance, monitoring, compliance management, monthly reconciliations, and exception handling.
Provide employees and leaders with training and guidance on T&E expectations, processes, and system usage.
Maintain strong internal controls over AP, T&E, and cash disbursement processes.
Prepare and maintain documentation for internal and external audit requests.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and SOX requirements.
Evaluate AP processes and systems to improve efficiency, scalability, and automation.
Recommend and execute system and process enhancement opportunities.
Identify workflow opportunities and partner with IT on system enhancements, integrations, and testing.
Develop and track AP-related KPIs and metrics to monitor team performance.