Accounts Payable Manager

Connect Search, LLC; Rosemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 61,992 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus structure

Benefits

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager for a hybrid role in Rosemont, Illinois. This hands-on leader will oversee a large AP team and ensure accurate invoice processing while driving efficiency and process automation. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of AP experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to improve workflows. With competitive compensation and a collaborative environment, this role offers significant visibility to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including leadership in a high-volume environment.
• Proven experience managing teams of 8+ staff.
• Strong understanding of AP processes and vendor management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a high‑performing Accounts Payable team.
• Oversee end‑to‑end AP operations, including invoice processing and payments.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives.

Skills

Accounts Payable leadership

Process improvement

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Coupa

Excel

Job description

Accounts Payable Manager (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Hybrid (4 days onsite / 1 day remote)

Schedule: Flexible start between 8:00–9:00 AM (typical day ends by 5:00–6:00 PM)

Compensation: Contract: $45-55/hour W2

Start Date: ASAP

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume, shared services AP function. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about driving process improvements, automation, and team development.

You will oversee a large AP team, optimize processes, and ensure accurate, timely invoice processing while partnering cross‑functionally to improve efficiency and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a high‑performing Accounts Payable team (11 total staff, including 2 team leads)
• Oversee end‑to‑end AP operations, including invoice processing (6,000/week), payments, and vendor management (3,000+ vendors)
• Develop and implement AP policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives, including optimization of recently implemented systems (Coupa)
• Monitor and analyze KPIs such as invoice cycle time, accuracy, aging, and cash flow impact
• Partner with cross‑functional teams (Finance, Procurement, Operations, Treasury) to resolve issues and streamline workflows
• Manage vendor relationships, including onboarding, dispute resolution, and payment inquiries
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and proper segregation of duties
• Lead performance management, coaching, and development of the AP team

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including leadership in a high-volume environment
• Proven experience managing teams of 8+ staff, including layered team structures (team leads)
• Strong understanding of AP processes, controls, and vendor management best practices
• Experience working in a shared services or large‑scale environment preferred
• Demonstrated ability to drive efficiency, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a balanced and team‑oriented approach
• Track record of stability and growth in prior roles

Technical Skills

• Experience with Coupa strongly preferred (recent implementation environment)
• Strong proficiency in Excel and AP reporting tools

Why This Role

• Opportunity to lead a large, high‑impact AP function with visibility to senior leadership
• Play a key role in driving automation and process transformation
• Join a collaborative, transparent leadership team with strong growth orientation
• Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and benefits