AP Manager POST NUMBER: 464758

Vaco is working to identify an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead and oversee all accounts payable operations for one of our most reputable clients. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing of vendor payments while managing the AP team, strengthening internal controls, and driving process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor maintenance

• Lead, train, and mentor AP staff; manage workload distribution and performance

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices in accordance with company policies and approval workflows

• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements

• Oversee vendor relationships and resolve complex invoice or payment issues

• Review and approve payment runs (ACH, wire, check)

• Perform AP-related account reconciliations and support month-end close

• Partner with Procurement, Accounting, and Finance teams to improve AP processes and efficiency

• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations

• Drive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements within AP

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 5 years of accounts payable experience , including 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role

• Strong knowledge of AP processes, internal controls, and best practices

• Experience with ERP or accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing AP for a high-volume or multi-entity environment

• Exposure to 1099 reporting and vendor compliance

• Experience with AP automation tools (e.g., Tipalti, Bill.com, Coupa)

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.