Senior Accounts Payable Shared Services Manager

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

📋 Description

• Oversee and direct Invoice-to-Pay teams across three locations in North America.

• Foster process enhancements, mentorship, professional development, ongoing education, and achieving results.

• Evaluate workflows, operational processes, and performance metrics to pinpoint root causes and advocate for improvements throughout the procure-to-pay cycle.

• Assist in the adoption and utilization of new digital solutions.

• Lead troubleshooting, problem resolution, and teamwork to establish scalable procure-to-pay procedures.

• Formulate and convert strategies into actionable operational goals, objectives, and process roadmaps.

• Ensure compliance of accounts payable practices with state and federal regulations.

• Aid in the month-end closing process through accrual preparations and reconciliations.

• Communicate effectively with auditors and provide necessary reports and reconciliations.

• Guarantee timely and accurate audit processes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, procurement, finance, and treasury.

• Report directly to the Vice President and Corporate Controller.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is mandatory.

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is required.

• Familiarity with ERP payable systems, continuous improvement methodologies, and leadership experience is essential.

• Significant experience in accounts payable operations within mid-sized to large manufacturing firms.

• Proficient knowledge of end-to-end procure-to-pay processes.

• High-level proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP software, ideally Infor Syteline ERP.

• Understanding of process enhancement, business operations, project management, change management, and technology system implementations.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.

• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.

• Expertise in the subject matter allowing for independent and reliable performance of critical functions.

• Proficient in handling multiple priorities and tasks efficiently while maintaining accuracy.

• Capable of exercising judgment in decision-making related to job responsibilities.

• Ability to meet tight deadlines, juggle multiple tasks, and manage several projects at once.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and lead through periods of change and transformative growth.

🏝️ Benefits

• A comprehensive and competitive benefits package aimed at supporting employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success.

• A snapshot of benefits is available on the IEM careers page.