MMC Group is hiring for an experienced and operational AP Manager to lead end-to-end accounts payable operations for an established enterprise organization in Dallas, TX. This role serves as the operational leader of the AP function, owning the daily operating rhythm from invoice intake through payment execution.
The ideal candidate brings deep operational AP expertise, a strong controls-first mindset, and proven experience managing both direct onshore staff and coordinating with offshore managed services teams. Working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment, this leader will partner with senior finance leadership to drive automation, ERP optimization (Oracle Cloud Financials), internal controls enhancement, and vendor governance.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership: Direct day-to-day accounts payable operations, including high-volume invoice processing, hold resolution, validations, Create Accounting, disbursement runs, and month-end close workflows to ensure strict SLA compliance.
- Payment Execution: Oversee disbursement cycles across ACH, wire, check, and e-payables; partner with Treasury on payment calendar management, segregation of duties, discount capture, and expedited requests.
- Team Supervision & Development: Lead, mentor, and coach direct onshore team members while directing daily priorities, quality metrics, and performance standards for an offshore managed services partner. Maintain SOPs and cross-training frameworks.
- Controls & Compliance: Enforce SOX compliance, maintain audit-ready documentation, and act as the primary operational AP contact for internal and external audits.
- Vendor Master & Tax Integrity: Oversee vendor onboarding, banking changes, tax documentation (W-9 / W-8), and annual 1099/1042 compliance in coordination with Tax.
- Systems & Process Optimization: Act as the functional AP lead for Oracle Cloud Financials (Fusion), collaborating with IT and external partners to troubleshoot system errors, improve data flows, and drive supplier portal adoption.
- Reporting & KPIs: Track, analyze, and report on core AP operational metrics (invoice cycle times, backlog queues, discount capture, automation rates, close deadlines).
- Continuous Improvement: Champion finance transformation initiatives, evaluating and implementing automation, RPA, and emerging AI tools to reduce manual touchpoints and scale operations.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience: 5–8+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, with at least 2+ years in a supervisory or team lead capacity.
- Team Leadership: Demonstrated experience managing onshore employees alongside offshore/outsourced service providers.
- ERP Proficiency: Hands‑on experience with Oracle Cloud Financials (Oracle Fusion) or a comparable modern enterprise ERP system (navigating AP modules, resolving holds, running reports).
- Technical AP Acumen: Comprehensive mastery of 2‑way/3‑way matching, PO and Non-PO workflows, payment execution, and vendor master maintenance.
- Internal Controls: Solid grasp of SOX compliance, segregation of duties, and internal audit requirements within disbursement cycles.
- Communication & Organization: Strong cross‑functional communication skills across Treasury, procurement, plant/field personnel, and vendors, paired with excellent multi‑tasking abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in a Fortune 500, industrial, manufacturing, or multi‑entity environment handling high transaction volumes.
- Familiarity with IDR (Intelligent Document Recognition) invoice capture and automated matching solutions.
- Experience with Supply Chain Finance, virtual card programs, or dynamic discounting platforms.
- Exposure to process improvement frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma) or system implementation projects.Forward-thinking mindset regarding digital transformation, workflow automation, and AI‑driven efficiency tools in finance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid parental leave (Maternity & Paternity)
- Tuition reimbursement / assistance programs
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid company holidays