Accounts Payable Manager

Vaco; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Manager for a hybrid role in Irvine, CA. This position is perfect for a hands-on leader who excels in a fast-paced environment and possesses a strong foundation in GAAP and process improvement. You will lead a high-performing team, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments while enhancing internal controls and compliance. If you're a detail-oriented individual looking to make a significant impact, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing accounts payable teams and operations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Ability to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable team.
• Manage vendor onboarding and reconciliations.
• Oversee internal controls and SOX compliance.

Skills

GAAP

Process Improvement

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

Excel

ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics)

Job description

Accounts Payable Manager - Hybrid | Irvine, CA
Contract-to-Hire | Full-Time | Onsite 2-Days/Week

Vaco is partnering with a dynamic organization in Irvine to find a skilled Accounts Payable Manager. This hybrid role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong foundation in GAAP, process improvement, and managing high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and 1099 reporting.

• Manage vendor onboarding, reconciliations, disbursements, and corporate card programs.

• Oversee and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and SOX compliance.

• Own the Travel & Expense Policy and drive automation initiatives with business analysts.

• Support month-end close and reporting processes; maintain disbursement budgets.

• Provide leadership, training, and development to AP staff; set goals and monitor performance.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, procurement, and operations teams.

Requirements:

• Proven experience managing accounts payable teams and operations.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and accounting policies.

• Proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics).

• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently and drive process improvements.

If you're a collaborative and detail-oriented leader looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.