Accounts Payable Manager

Humanscale; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Humanscale, based in New Jersey, is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead the AP team, oversee vendor payments, and ensure accurate voucher processing and month-end closings. The role requires supervisory experience and a strong accounting background in a fast-paced environment.

The position emphasizes internal controls, process improvement, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support audits and annual reporting. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• College degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 4–6 years of accounting experience.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Effective time management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the AP team and delegate AP workload to the team and review work as needed.
• Manage vendor payments via ACH, wire, and/or checks.
• Daily review of AP voucher distributions to ensure coding accuracy.
• Review team members monthly vendor reconciliations.
• Enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and procedures; provide recommendations for improvement.
• Approve and process weekly employee expenses via Emburse.
• Monitor internal controls to ensure compliance and produce key metrics.
• Assist with audits and year-end tasks (1099 forms).
• Interact with other sub-units and supervisors to resolve AP process issues.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Accounting experience

Supervisory experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Accounting degree

Job description

Company Overview

Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We have a focus on sustainability with 70% of our products currently certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. . Our award-winning office products – seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for over 40 years.

Overview

Oversees individual or group training of associates on all the daily operational accounting entries related to accounts payable. Tracks and evaluates daily department tasks. Supervises and monitors goal achievement for direct reports. Manages and assigns tasks to direct reports. Interfaces with various internal departments. Drives continuous improvement initiatives or other projects as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Management of the AP team - delegate AP workload to the team and review work as needed
• Management of vendor payments via ACH, wire, and/or checks
• Daily review of AP voucher distributions to ensure coding accuracy
• Review team members monthly vendor reconciliations
• Enforcement of proper accounting methods, policies, and procedures; providing recommendations for improvement
• Approve and process weekly employee expenses via expense management system (Emburse)
• Monitor internal controls to ensure compliance and produce key metrics
• Compiles AP information to assist with financial analysis
• Active participation in various company meetings serving as representation for the Accounts Payable department
• Preparation and delivery of year-end 1099 forms
• Interaction with other sub-units and supervisors within the company to resolve internal process issues related to Accounts Payable
• Assist with various tasks associated with company audits
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task effectively while upholding deadlines set forth
• College degree in Accounting or a related field
• 4-6 years of accounting experience or related field required
• 2 years of supervisory experience
• Detail oriented with strong analytical, problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management skills

Salary Range: $71,434 - $104,194

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline. Humanscale considers other factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market location and business considerations when extending an offer.

Humanscale is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Disabled/Veteran)