Accounts Payable Manager

FirstPRO is partnering with an organization seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager for a year-long consulting engagement. This individual will oversee a team of six and play a key role in improving AP operations while helping lead the organization through an upcoming system implementation.

The ideal candidate will bring previous experience managing an Accounts Payable department, . Experience supporting an ERP implementation or system conversion is preferred, but not required.

There is potential for the position to transition into a permanent opportunity following the consulting engagement, although this is not guaranteed.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, payment execution, month-end close support, accruals, rebate processing, 1099s, and resolution of payment exceptions.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of six, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Monitor departmental performance, ensuring workloads are balanced, deadlines are met, and service levels remain consistent.
• Partner with sourcing and procurement teams to evaluate existing workflows and identify opportunities to improve the procure-to-pay cycle.
• Oversee vendor master data for U.S. and Canadian operations.
• Coordinate payment schedules and ensure disbursements are processed.
• Oversee AP-related month-end responsibilities.
• Support the organization's system implementation efforts.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, gathering supporting documentation and assisting with audit requests.