Accounts Payable Manager

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual

401K Employer Match

Health benefits options

Employee Discounts

Job summary

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager in Nicholasville, Kentucky. The successful candidate will lead and modernize the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely invoice processing and driving automation and ERP optimization. The role demands a hands-on leader with a strong background in accounts payable management. R. J. Corman offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and 401K matching, and emphasizes a safe and drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of accounts payable or related accounting experience.
• Prior supervisory or managerial experience preferred.
• Experience supporting automation initiatives or ERP optimization strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate invoice processing.
• Oversee end-to-end AP operations and support ERP enhancements.
• Design and improve AP workflows and internal controls.
• Strengthen communication with Purchasing, Operations, and Finance.

Skills

Leadership

Process improvement

ERP optimization

Team management

Accounts Payable expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead and modernize our Accounts Payable function. This role is responsible not only for accurate and timely invoice processing and payment execution, but also for driving automation, ERP optimization, and continuous process improvement across AP operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who understands both transactional excellence and scalable systems, enjoys improving workflows, and can partner closely with Accounting, IT, and business stakeholders to enhance efficiency, controls, and visibility.

Responsibilities:

Leadership & Operations

• Lead, develop, and manage the Accounts Payable team, including training, coaching, and performance management
• Oversee end-to-end AP operations to ensure invoices are accurately recorded and payments are made timely and in compliance with company policies
• Manage AP responsibilities within the monthly close process, ensuring completeness, cut-off accuracy, and timely issue resolution
• Investigate and resolve invoice, payment, and vendor discrepancies

Automation & ERP Systems

• Serve as AP’s primary owner for ERP-related processes, ensuring proper system usage, data accuracy, and alignment with accounting requirements
• Identify opportunities to automate manual AP processes, reduce handoffs, and improve data quality
• Partner with Accounting, IT, and system administrators on ERP enhancements, system controls, and workflow improvements
• Support testing, training, and rollout of AP-related system changes or upgrades

Process Improvement & Controls

• Design, document, and continuously improve AP workflows, procedures, and internal controls
• Perform and review supplier statement reconciliations and support audit requests
• Strengthen cross-functional communication with Purchasing, Operations, and Finance to streamline invoice processing and approvals
• Build strong vendor relationships and act as an escalation point for payment-related inquiries
• Oversee check runs, ACH, wires, and other electronic payment processes
• Maintain organized and compliant documentation for open and paid invoices

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 6 years of accounts payable or related accounting experience
• Prior supervisory or managerial experience preferred
• Experience supporting automation initiatives or ERP optimization strongly preferred

Benefits:

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits.

R. J. Corman offers the following:

Full-Time Team Members:

• Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
• PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
• 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• FSA and HSA Options
• 401K Employer Match
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Group Life Insurance

All Team Members:

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Provided PPE

R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace. R. J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing, which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R. J. Corman a safe and drug-free company.