Director, Accounts Payable

Director, Accounts PayableRole: 

The primary responsibilities of this position are to manage the day-to-day operation of the Accounts Payable department. This will involve documenting policies and procedures, training and developing supervisors and other A/P staff members, and undertaking special projects.

 

Key functions will include overseeing compliance with reimbursement policies, managing internal controls and managing a self-inspection process. Oversee the development and delivery of A/P metrics. Ensures that adequate controls exist to protect company assets. Evaluates new technologies to improve Accounts Payable process, recommends and oversees continual process improvements, and communicates regularly with key executives.

 Responsibilities: 

Supervisory:Hire, train, evaluate, lead, and develop A/P staff Supervise maintenance, imaging and filing of A/P records in accordance with company guidelines Schedule the A/P Processing calendar and supervise day to day activities of the department Suggest ideas for improvements and develop new approaches to processes

Interdepartmental coordination:Provide information and/or analysis as requested by all departments Communicate policies to organization and monitor compliance Work closely with business units to ensure invoices are paid timely and coded properly

Audit and internal control:Responsible for monitoring compliance with existing internal control procedures Primary manager liaison for internal audits of A/P Monitor compliance with company’s Delegations of Authority as they relate to A/P Responsible for accuracy of all A/P transactions Ensure business continuity resumption plan is in place

General accounting:Oversee A/P portion of month-end process to ensure timely review and posting of transactions Other projects and duties as assigned JD Edwards AP enhancement testing and developmentConcur Administrator Assist in resolving vendor issues Responsible for accuracy of all payables disbursements  Oversees the preparation of 1099 filings. Ensure compliance with IRS regulations for recordkeeping & 1099 reporting. Coordinates with HR on determination of "Employee vs. Contractor".

 Qualifications: Bachelors degree preferred (accounting or related field a plus) or an equivalent mix of education and experience Minimum 7 years accounts payable or equivalent experience Minimum 5 years management experience Strong multi-tasking skills Strong interpersonal and management/leadership skills Ability to understand and solve practical problems that vary from standard situations without direction Working knowledge of Accounts Payable and related internal controls Well organized with strong attention to detail/accuracy Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision and meet deadlines Ability to recommend, lead and manage change Team builder/player Proficient in JDEdwards or similar ERP system Experience in Concur (T&E program) a plusProficient in Excel, familiar with Access a plus Self-starter with the ability to teach Flexibility and strong initiative Ability to professionally compose reports, policies and correspondence