Accounts Payable Manager

Jobot; Lauderdale (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Autonomy

Great leadership

Fantastic benefits

High growth potential

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Minnesota is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead critical operations across the organization. The ideal candidate will oversee invoice processing, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with GAAP and SOX regulations. With a focus on leadership, you will also drive process improvements and lead both execution and enhancement initiatives. Offering an annual salary of $90,000 - $105,000, this role promises ample growth opportunities and a stable work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in accounts payable or related accounting function.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and SOX environments.
• Advanced analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable processes.
• Manage vendor relationships and maintain data integrity.
• Lead and develop the Accounts Payable team.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and SOX requirements.
• Implement process improvements and drive efficiency.

Skills

Leadership experience

GAAP understanding

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred)

Job description

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Job Details

Bonus eligible + Autonomy + Great Leadership + High Growth + Fantastic Benefits + Stable Company

Salary: $90,000 - $105,000 per year

Hosted by: Chelsea Piekarski

About us

We are a publicly traded, high‑growth manufacturing and distribution organization with a long‑standing presence in essential industrial markets. Our business supports municipalities and commercial customers across multiple sectors, providing critical products that keep infrastructure and operations running.

With decades of history and a strong foundation, the company is actively evolving through strategic growth initiatives, including acquisitions and operational expansion. This is a team that values adaptability, accountability, and continuous improvement as it scales.

Why join us?

• Public company with strong financial backing and continued growth
• High visibility role with exposure to senior leadership
• Opportunity to lead and develop a team
• Environment that supports process improvement and modernization
• Stability of an established company with the pace of a growing business
• Exposure to M&A activity and evolving operations

Accounts Payable Manager

We are hiring an Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high‑visibility function that supports operations across the organization. This role will oversee end‑to‑end AP processes, manage a team, and play a key part in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in a fast‑moving environment. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will drive both execution and improvement, while partnering cross‑functionally with teams across the business.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Operations

• Oversee invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Manage vendor relationships and maintain vendor master data integrity
• Lead check runs and ensure compliance with internal policies
• Monitor and resolve discrepancies, including received not vouchered transactions
• Issue 1099s and support month‑end close activities
• Track and report key AP metrics

Card Programs

• Administer procurement and fuel card programs, including onboarding, controls, and audits
• Manage card access, limits, and compliance with company policies

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop an AP team
• Establish team goals and performance expectations
• Cross‑train staff to build flexibility and coverage
• Conduct performance reviews and ongoing feedback sessions

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure adherence to GAAP and SOX requirements
• Support internal and external audits
• Maintain documentation and process controls

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements
• Use metrics and data to drive efficiency and scalability
• Lead initiatives to enhance workflows and systems

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience in accounts payable or related accounting function
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and SOX environments
• Experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred)
• Advanced communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

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