Accounts Payable Manager

Job overview

The Accounts Payable Manager will be responsible for the management of the day-to-day accounts payable and payment process. The position will provide leadership to a team of Accounts Payable Specialists ensuring compliance with the company’s policies.

Responsibilities

• Owns and maintains the Vendor Master Files including additions and changes.
• Oversees the review of all vendor invoices for posting/payment across multiple general ledgers and verifies proper approval according to company policies
• Exhibits a solid knowledge of sales tax regulations
• Reconciles vendor statements
• Manages all vendor payments by check, ACH and Virtual Card
• Maintains invoice imaging and approvals
• Ensures that 1099 filings are completed as required
• Owns the technician tool program
• Monitors the purchase and travel card administration and expense reporting/recording
• Research, analyze and resolves complex vendor and payment issues
• Ensures that critical vendor payments are made in a timely manner to maximize discounts/bonuses, by adhering to controls and monitoring procedures
• Develops and maintain Key Performance Indicator’s and metrics related to the Account Payable process
• Provides leadership to Accounts Payable staff including coaching & performance management
• Manages the close of Accounts Payable monthly, as required; including accruals for outstanding liabilities
• Participates in internal and external audit providing support as it relates to the function
• Supports management in the pursuit of corporate policies, plans, goals, and long-term objectives.
• Fosters a great place to work environment, encouraging accountability, open communication, teamwork, and a commitment to serving the internal and external customer.
• Participates in all business and/or department activities related to ensuring the customer experience is positive.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook.
• Conducts self in the presence of customers and community to present a professional image of Hutson Inc.
• Proactively seek and participate in available company-sponsored training, to develop and advance knowledge base and skill set.
• Participates in all company/location driven communication efforts, including department meetings and other related efforts.
• Maintains a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner.
• Ensures that company’s reputation and image in the community is consistent with Hutson Inc. Core Values.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (preferred) or related (required).
• Minimum of 5 years of accounts payable experience.
• 3-5 years management/supervisory experience.
• High level of ethical standards and professionalism.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organization skills and the ability to multitask projects in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with other employees in various locations.
• Committed to continuous process improvements.
• Ability to solve practical problems and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong mathematical skills are essential.
• Understands accounting fundamentals such as debits, credits, and accounts payable.
• Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office and internet functions.
• Ability to use various computer programs specific to the position.

Working Conditions

• General Physical Requirements:
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Activities:
• Climbing, Balancing, Kneeling, Lifting, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, and Repetitive Motions.
• Visual Acuity:
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (includes inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
• Working Conditions:
• None: The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

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