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A growing, multi-state organization is seeking a Director of Accounts Payable & Cash Disbursements to lead and scale the AP function. This role oversees the full accounts payable lifecycle, including vendor administration, invoice processing, cash disbursements, internal controls, and team leadership. This is a high-impact position supporting ongoing operational changes and an upcoming ERP transition to SAP S/4HANA. The Director will help stabilize processes, implement best practices, and build a high-performing AP organization.
Job Responsibility
Oversee end-to-end AP operations, including invoice processing, approvals, and payments (ACH, wire, check)
Ensure timely and accurate disbursements aligned with company policies and cash flow
Partner with finance to support cash forecasting and working capital management
Manage vendor master data governance, onboarding, and controls
Oversee 1099 reporting, TIN validation, and compliance
Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness
Develop and standardize SOPs and internal controls across AP
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce errors
Track and report on KPIs (cycle time, on-time payments, exception rates)
Lead a team of ~25-30 employees, including 2 direct managers
Drive accountability, training, and development
Promote a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement
Support an upcoming SAP S/4HANA implementation
Align AP processes with future-state system requirements
Enhance reporting and visibility through existing systems
Partner with Procurement, Operations, and Finance to ensure workflow alignment
Support organizational transitions and centralization efforts
Requirements
10+ years of Accounts Payable / P2P experience, with 5+ years in a leadership role
Proven experience managing high-volume AP operations and cash disbursements
Strong knowledge of: Vendor master governance
1099 reporting and compliance
Internal controls and audit processes
Experience leading mid-to-large AP teams (20+ employees preferred)
Demonstrated success in process improvement, KPI development, and operational efficiency initiatives
Experience working in or alongside ERP systems (SAP experience preferred but not required)
Nice to have
Experience in distribution, logistics, or multi-site environments
Background in shared services or system implementations
What we offer
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance