Manager, Accounts Payable

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead the Accounts Payable shared services team in collaboration with the Senior Director of Accounting Operations.

• Establish, deliver, and consistently enhance Accounts Payable shared services throughout the organization.

• Supervise daily AP operations, which includes reviewing, posting, managing weekly disbursements, aging reports, and associated controls.

• Manage the intake, escalation, triage, and resolution of vendor payments, billing issues, contracts, and related matters, ensuring effective communication at the executive level.

• Offer guidance and direction on AP and disbursement processes to team members within a high-volume setting.

• Guarantee the precise and timely completion of tasks.

• Recruit, train, develop, schedule, and oversee the performance of AP team members.

• Prepare documentation and deliver semi-annual and annual performance evaluations.

• Investigate and resolve process challenges and defects in collaboration with leadership and the team.

• Work with the ERP team to design and implement processes aimed at enhancing efficiency.

• Address inquiries from vendors and internal managers regarding invoice coding, payment processing, and other questions.

• Manage AP and T&E payment procedures through Concur, coordinating with Treasury on cash flow forecasts.

• Adhere to company processes, controls, and policies within a SOX-compliant framework.

• Conduct vendor and GL account reconciliations.

• Engage in month-end closing activities and assign team tasks to meet deadlines.

• Document policies, procedures, and workflows to ensure compliance.

• Participate in quarterly external audits.

• Address internal AP deficiencies and adhere to deadlines.

• Maintain confidentiality while performing other assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

• Extensive knowledge of Accounts Payable processes.

• Over 3 years of experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment, specifically with 3-way match and PO-driven purchasing.

• 1 to 3 years of direct leadership experience, including coaching and developing Accounts Payable team members in a high-volume setting.

• Proven experience in analyzing, identifying, recommending, and executing data-driven solutions.

• Proficiency in preparing management reports, developing procedures, leading meetings, and conducting training sessions.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and related applications.

• Intermediate Excel skills are required.

• Experience leading ERP projects across the complete accounts payable workflow.

• Familiarity with large manufacturing ERPs such as SAP or EPICOR is preferred.

• Capability to recommend enhancements to existing processes.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to multitask, meet strict deadlines, proactively prioritize tasks, and manage competing priorities.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster positive relationships with employees and management both in-person and via virtual communication.

• Solid understanding of GAAP, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements.

• Willingness to embrace change and learn new skills.

• High accuracy and attention to detail.

• Self-motivated with a forward-thinking mindset.

• Background check is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription health coverage for employees and their dependents.

• Access to an AI-powered Sabender mental health and wellness platform.

• Confidential counseling and life coaching through PAS.

• Nutrition coaching services.

• Discounts at Husk Fitness.

• Flexible paid time off (PTO).

• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental health, financial planning, and legal matters.

• Paid parental leave.

• 401(k) plan with a 4% company match and immediate vesting.

• Pet insurance options.

• Employee discounts at TerrAscend’s 39+ dispensary locations.

• Peer-to-peer recognition program featuring Amazon rewards or gift cards.

• Company-paid disability and life insurance.