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Accounts Payable Senior Manager

Houston, TX

Employment Type: Direct Category: General Accounting Job Number: 18904 Work Model: #LI-Hybrid Internal Reference:

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Our client in West Houston seeks a Senior Manager of AP due to growth.  This is a hybrid role at a dynamic company.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Accounts Payable Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function, including managing daily operations, supervising staff, and ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor payments. This role ensures compliance with internal controls and tax reporting requirements, supports month-end and year-end closing activities, and drives process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability. The position also serves as a key liaison between the AP team, vendors, and internal departments to ensure alignment with company goals and financial standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and manage the full-cycle accounts payable process including invoice review, approvals, payments, and reconciliations

  • Supervise a team of 3–5 AP professionals; provide coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations

  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and external regulations including 1099 reporting and vendor documentation requirements

  • Review and approve weekly payment runs while monitoring cash flow and payment terms to optimize working capital

  • Oversee the vendor onboarding process by ensuring all required documentation—such as credit applications, certificates of insurance (COIs), and banking details—is accurately collected, reviewed, and maintained in compliance with company policy

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, operations, and finance teams to resolve issues and improve AP processes

  • Support month-end and year-end close activities; provide accurate and timely reporting as needed

  • Work closely with IT or ERP administrators to maintain and improve AP workflows within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or related systems

  • Lead periodic vendor audits to verify the accuracy and completeness of the master vendor list, ensuring all required documentation is current and compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirements

  • Drive process improvements to enhance automation, accuracy, and scalability of the AP function

  • Maintain strong vendor relationships and ensure timely issue resolution

  • Play a crucial role in the implementation of new systems related to Accounts Payable and Purchase Orders

  • Assist in account payable coding to understand GL coding, prevent misclassifications, and build cross-functional understanding

  • Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree Required - Accounting or Finance

Experience:

  • 5–15 years of progressive experience in accounts payable or finance

  • Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or management role

  • Strong understanding of AP operations, internal controls, tax reporting (e.g., 1099s), and vendor compliance

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools

  • Proven ability to improve departmental operations and workflows

  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics, Business Central, or NAV (preferred)

  • Experience with Stampli or other AP approval software (preferred)

  • Proven ability to analyze financial data and resolve discrepancies efficiently

Additional Desired Qualities

  • Strong leadership and team development skills

  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

  • Demonstrated integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
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