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We are looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to lead and actively support a high-volume payables operation within a growing manufacturing organization on the Main Line of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This position is well suited for a hands-on leader who can guide a small team, strengthen day-to-day execution, and introduce practical improvements that support continued expansion. The role combines people leadership, operational oversight, and close partnership with finance and business stakeholders to maintain accurate, timely, and compliant AP activities.
Job Responsibility
Direct the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring invoices, employee expenses, and vendor payments are processed accurately and on schedule
Stay closely involved in daily payables activities by reviewing invoice details, validating coding, monitoring approvals, and overseeing payment processing
Lead, coach, and develop a lean AP team by setting priorities, providing training, and supporting performance improvement
Coordinate month-end AP tasks such as reconciliations, accrual support, and reporting to help maintain an accurate financial close
Build and reinforce payables controls, standard procedures, and policy compliance across the department
Address complex vendor concerns and work with procurement, operations, and finance teams to resolve payment or processing issues efficiently
Review aging trends and support cash management planning related to outstanding payables obligations
Identify workflow enhancements and implement best practices that improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability as the organization grows
Partner with leadership on department planning, staffing needs, and the long-term structure of the AP function
Support audit activities and use SAP to manage workflows, reporting, and process optimization within accounts payable
Requirements
At least 7 years of progressive accounts payable experience, including prior responsibility for supervising or managing staff
Background in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
Required experience using SAP in an accounts payable setting
Demonstrated success working in a hands-on role within a lean or growing team structure
Strong understanding of invoice processing, payment cycles, internal controls, and month-end close support
Experience handling large invoice volumes while maintaining positive and detail-focused vendor relationships
Proven ability to improve processes and introduce structure in an evolving business environment
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across finance and operational teams
What we offer
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance