Overview:
We are seeking a hands-on Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to lead our AP operations and drive process improvement across platforms like AvidXchange, MRI, and Kyriba. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization during a period of exciting transformation. You'll join a collaborative, high-performing team where your ideas are valued, and your work directly contributes to operational success. The ideal candidate will take full ownership of the AP function while also rolling up their sleeves to support the day-to-day workload alongside their team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and mentor AP team members, providing training, support, and performance feedback.
- Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
- Own the administration and optimization of AvidXchange, including vendor setup, workflows, and best practices.
- Collaborate with IT and Treasury on systems
- Partner with leadership to develop AP performance metrics, KPIs, and reporting tools.
- Present clear, concise reports to leadership to provide visibility into AP operations.
- Support vendor maintenance and ensure proper internal controls for vendor onboarding and banking information.
- Assist with the 1099 process and become a strategic partner in its management.
- Review and code invoices related to internal property management.
- Oversee monthly check runs and AvidPay transactions.
- Coordinate closely with Corporate Accounting and Treasury on reporting.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of progressive AP experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
- Strong working knowledge of AvidXchange is highly preferred.
- Experience with MRI, Kyriba, or similar financial systems is a plus.
- Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to lead and develop team members.
- Strong Excel and reporting skills; experience presenting to leadership.