Accounts Payable Manager

Synovus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Synovus in Columbus, OH is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the AP function, ensure timely and accurate invoice processing, and lead the AP team to support the company's financial objectives.

You will drive process improvements, ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, manage payment batches and reconciliations, mentor team members, and collaborate with internal departments and external partners to optimize cash flow and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of accounts payable, accounting operations, or related roles; proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounts payable team; oversee daily invoice processing and payment activities; ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements; review and approve payment batches and reconciliations; resolve complex business partner and payment issues; develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy; monitor and report on accounts payable performance metrics; collaborate with internal departments and external business partners; maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records; provide training and mentorship to team members; support month-end and year-end close processes; stay current with industry trends and best practices.

Skills

Accounts payable

Leadership

Process improvement

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Job Summary:

The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, compliance with firm policies and regulatory requirements, and effective management of business partner relationships. This role provides leadership to the accounts payable team, drives process improvements, and supports organizational financial objectives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the accounts payable team; oversee daily invoice processing and payment activities; ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements; review and approve payment batches and reconciliations; resolve complex business partner and payment issues; develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy; monitor and report on accounts payable performance metrics; collaborate with internal departments and external business partners; maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records; provide training and mentorship to team members; support month-end and year-end close processes; stay current with industry trends and best practices.

The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job Pinnacle is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field;

Minimum Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounts payable, accounting operations, or related roles; proven leadership and team management skills;

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements; excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities; outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency with accounts payable and accounting software; ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.