Accounts Payable Manager

Soni; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager in Cherry Hill Township to lead their AP function. This role involves overseeing the accounts payable operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $100,000 to $120,000, with flexibility for a higher base pay for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including people management.
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, internal controls, and accounting fundamentals.
• Experience in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounts payable function, overseeing a team of AP professionals.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and best practices within AP.

Skills

Accounts payable processes

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Strong Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Soni’s client is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead and optimize the AP function within a well-established organization. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounts payable operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance, while driving process improvements and partnering closely with internal stakeholders across finance and operations. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable leading a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounts payable function, overseeing a team of AP professionals.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Resolve vendor inquiries and discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
• Partner with procurement, accounting, and finance teams to improve workflows and efficiency.
• Support month-end close activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and best practices within AP.
• Assist with internal and external audits related to accounts payable.
• Monitor AP metrics and provide reporting to finance leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including people management.
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, internal controls, and accounting fundamentals.
• Experience in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop a team while remaining hands-on.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Background in a multi-entity or shared services environment.
• Prior experience supporting audits and compliance initiatives.
• Process improvement or automation experience.

Compensation: $100,000 – $120,000 base + bonus

(open flexibility for higher base pay for the right candidate)

Compensation is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.

Please apply for immediate consideration!