Manager, Accounts Payable

Wingstop

31d

About The Position

We are seeking a Manager, Accounts Payable to provide strategic leadership and
operational oversight of Wingstop’s supplier payment function. This role is
responsible for leading and developing the Accounts Payable team while ensuring
the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of all payment processes. The Manager
will drive operational excellence, strengthen internal controls, and implement
scalable processes that support the company’s continued growth.

In this role, you will oversee end-to-end accounts payable operations, including
supplier invoice processing, payment execution, and compliance with company
policies and internal controls. You will partner cross-functionally to enhance
workflows, improve efficiencies, and ensure a best-in-class supplier experience
while maintaining a strong control environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 6+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable or related finance functions, including experience leading or supervising a team
• Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end AP operations within a high-volume, multi-entity environment
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, internal controls, and audit support requirements
• Proven experience working in ERP systems (Oracle preferred), including workflow management and reporting
• Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, data reconciliation and analysis)
• Experience implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiencies
• Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective leadership and cross-functional communication skills to partner with Procurement, Accounting, and Operations
• Purchase order (PO) experience required, including invoice matching and discrepancy resolution.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and leadership of the end-to-end Accounts Payable function, ensuring operational excellence, accuracy, and timeliness across all processes.
• Lead and direct daily AP operations, including invoice processing, supplier inquiries, statement reviews, and payment execution, ensuring service level expectations are consistently met.
• Drive compliance with company policies through rigorous oversight of two-way PO matching and internal control adherence.
• Oversee supplier statement reconciliations and proactively lead resolution of discrepancies to maintain strong vendor relationships and accurate financial reporting.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex AP and supplier matters, providing timely resolution and executive-level visibility when needed.
• Own AP-related month-end close activities, ensuring accurate accruals, proper cutoff, and alignment with accounting standards and reporting deadlines.
• Champion a strong internal control environment, ensuring compliance with audit requirements, documentation standards, and financial governance policies.
• Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Finance, and operational stakeholders to address PO discrepancies, improve processes, and enhance end-to-end procure-to-pay efficiency.
• Ensure the integrity and organization of AP records, maintaining a robust audit trail and readiness for internal and external audits.
• Evaluate workload distribution and drive continuous process improvement, identifying automation opportunities and implementing workflow enhancements to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Coach, develop, and mentor AP team members, setting clear expectations, monitoring performance, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Lead the team effectively in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, maintaining composure, prioritization discipline, and high performance under pressure.

Benefits

• Unlimited paid time off for exempt employees
• • One paid volunteer day of your choice
• • Competitive bonus structure for eligible roles
• • Team member stock purchase plan
• • Health savings or flexible spending account options
• • 401K – (dollar for dollar on the first 3% and then 50 cents on the dollar for the next 2% for team member contributions up to 5% of eligible compensation)
• • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• • Basic life and AD&D insurance provided
• • Pet insurance
• • Education Assistance
• • Wellness reimbursement program
• • Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Lunch provided every Tuesday and Thursday in office
• • Discount on Wingstop gift cards
• • Onsite game room

What This Job Offers

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