Interim Accounts Payable Manager
We are seeking an experienced Interim Accounts Payable Manager to support an industry-leading manufacturing organization. Candidates must have prior Accounts Payable experience within the manufacturing industry.
The Interim Accounts Payable Manager will oversee a high-volume AP function, lead a team of five direct reports, and manage invoice processing, vendor payments, month-end close, controls, and process improvements. This role requires a strong understanding of Accounts Payable operations specifically within a manufacturing environment, as well as hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud ERP.
This is a three-month, 100% remote contract position paying $60-$70/hour, depending on experience. Candidates located in New England or the Tri-State area are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day Accounts Payable operations within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Manage, mentor, and provide oversight to a team of five Accounts Payable professionals.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and vendor payments.
- Oversee month-end AP close activities, including reconciliations, accruals, and liability reviews.
- Partner with Procurement, Finance, and operational teams to resolve invoice, purchase order, and payment discrepancies.
- Maintain appropriate internal controls and ensure AP processes comply with established policies and procedures.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve controls, and increase processing efficiency.
- Support Accounts Payable activities within Oracle Cloud ERP and help optimize system usage.
- Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
- Assist with additional accounting initiatives and departmental projects as needed.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including responsibility for high-volume AP operations.
- Manufacturing industry Accounts Payable experience is required.
- Prior experience managing an Accounts Payable team with multiple direct reports.
- Hands-on Oracle Cloud ERP experience is required.
- Strong knowledge of invoice processing, vendor payments, reconciliations, accruals, internal controls, and month-end close.
- Experience resolving complex invoice, purchasing, and vendor-related issues in a large or complex organization.
- Demonstrated ability to improve Accounts Payable processes, controls, and workflows.
- Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to commit to the full three-month contract engagement.
For immediate consideration, interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to Jackson at [email protected]
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