Accounts Payable Manager

Aston Carter; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Great culture

Job summary

Aston Carter in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead the global Procure to Pay process for the US and Canada. You will drive process improvements, manage a finance team, and support audits and month-end close.

You will shape KPIs, collaborate across departments, pursue automation to improve days payable outstanding and cash flow, and ensure accurate vendor payments. This fully remote role offers growth in a dynamic, engineering-focused organization with a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• 10+ years of accounts payable experience.
• 3+ years overseeing a global procure to pay process.
• 3+ years managing a team of 8+.
• Understanding of NACHA and ACH rules.
• Experience with an engineering/architecture firm with revenue over 250M.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company's global Procure to Pay process for the US and Canada, ensuring timely and accurate payment of accounts payable and efficient vendor management.
• Enhance the corporate cash conversion cycle by identifying opportunities and implementing processes to increase Days Payable Outstanding.
• Manage and oversee AP and Employee Expense team members, providing support and guidance to help them succeed.
• Understand and contribute to travel and expense policies and processes, including identifying and preparing education/training opportunities for employees as needed.
• Develop and maintain metrics and reports to track accounts payable performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate closely with various stakeholders within the Finance/Accounting team to identify problems and process gaps, proposing reasonable and creative solutions to improve processes, including automating manual processes.
• Support the month-end close accrual and accounts payable reconciliation process by preparing the necessary documentation and ensuring accuracy.
• Assist in the financial audit process by preparing and providing necessary audit documentation and responses.

Skills

Deltek VantagePoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Deltek VantagePoint

Job description

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the global Procure to Pay process in the US and Canada, ensuring timely and accurate payments as well as effective vendor and expense management. The role involves leading process improvements, supporting financial close and audits, and driving performance through team leadership and data-driven insights.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company's global Procure to Pay process for the US and Canada, ensuring timely and accurate payment of accounts payable and efficient vendor management.
• Enhance the corporate cash conversion cycle by identifying opportunities and implementing processes to increase Days Payable Outstanding.
• Manage and oversee AP and Employee Expense team members, providing support and guidance to help them succeed.
• Understand and contribute to travel and expense policies and processes, including identifying and preparing education/training opportunities for employees as needed.
• Develop and maintain metrics and reports to track accounts payable performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate closely with various stakeholders within the Finance/Accounting team to identify problems and process gaps, proposing reasonable and creative solutions to improve processes, including automating manual processes.
• Support the month-end close accrual and accounts payable reconciliation process by preparing the necessary documentation and ensuring accuracy.
• Assist in the financial audit process by preparing and providing necessary audit documentation and responses.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• MUST HAVE experience with Deltek VantagePoint
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 10+ years of accounts payable experience
• 3+ years of experience overseeing a global procure to pay process
• 3+ years of experience managing a team of 8+ team members
• Understanding of NACHA and/or up to date ACH rules
• Experience working for an engineering or architecture firm with revenue over 250 million

Work Environment

Work 100% remotely with a preference for individuals located near one of our offices. The company offers a great culture and is rapidly growing. There is flexibility in working arrangements, and the company promotes a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Mechanicsburg, PA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits, benefits, benefits

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.