Accounts Payable Manager

Denver 3/2 days hybrid

Seeking someone who has managed HIGH VOLUME accounts payroll with a global company. The role will also manage a team. This person can come from a Shared Services background or an Accounting Manager role that has developed and overseen an AP team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and develop a team of Accounts Payable specialists, including goal setting, coaching, performance management, and ongoing development.
• Oversee daily Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, approvals, escalations, queue management, and reporting.
• Monitor team performance through key performance indicators and service level expectations, using data to manage workload balancing, improve productivity, and drive accountability.
• Support a scalable and well-controlled invoice processing environment, including invoice receipt, compliance validation, workflow management, and exception resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across Accounts Payable processes, including automation, workflow enhancements, and opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and user experience.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and SOX compliance standards, including segregation of duties, approval controls, and process documentation.
• Support internal and external audits, year-end activities, and other reporting requirements related to Accounts Payable operations.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from a four-year college or university
• 5+ years in Accounts Payable or Shared Services with 2+ years leading teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing Accounts Payable operations in a high-volume, service-oriented environment
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes including invoice processing, supplier maintenance, payments and issue resolution
• Experience with ERP platforms and Accounts Payable technologies including workflow and automation tools.
• Knowledge of internal controls, SOX compliance, audit requirements, and standard AP control practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills, with the ability to use metrics and reporting to drive decisions and improve team performance.
• Customer service-oriented mindset with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.