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Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an Interim Accounts Payable Manager to support our food retail client in Carson. This onsite, 3+ month engagement requires leadership of a high-performing AP team, responsible for managing accounts payable activities across 20 retail locations. The role entails direct supervision of seven AP professionals, with invoice processing divided by cost centers and vendor assignments organized alphabetically. Operating in a fast-paced, retail-driven environment, the team collectively handles approximately 70,000 invoices per month.
Job Responsibility:
Supervise, support, and develop a team of seven AP specialists
maintain accountability for AP operations across 20 separate locations
Assign and monitor invoice processing according to cost center divisions and vendor splits
Oversee daily workflow to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing in a high-volume environment
Act as a patient, hands-on trainer and subject matter expert
provide ongoing coaching and training to the AP team
Review and clean up errors
establish procedures to minimize mistakes and increase accuracy
Conduct regular team meetings and one-on-ones to ensure alignment with company policies and best practices
Monitor individual and team performance using metrics and KPIs
address any performance issues promptly
Drive process improvements and recommend system or procedural changes as needed
Communicate with internal stakeholders (such as division managers and finance leaders) to resolve issues and streamline approval workflows
Act as the AP escalation point for problem resolution regarding vendor disputes, invoice discrepancies, and cost center allocations
Requirements:
Proven experience managing a high-volume Accounts Payable team, preferably in a multi-location retail environment
Strong personnel management, training, and mentoring skills
Ability to analyze and clean up complex AP workflows and error patterns
Experience working within a cost center–driven structure
Proficiency with major AP/ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) preferred
Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance