Accounts Payable Manager

Addison Group; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Bonus program

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP function, optimize payment processing, and support month-end close. This permanent role focuses on timely, accurate vendor payments, internal controls, and collaboration with accounting and treasury teams.

The ideal candidate will have a strong GAAP foundation, 7+ years in AP with leadership, and proven ability to drive process improvements using ERP tools and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 7+ years progressive accounting/AP experience, including 2–5 years leadership.
• Experience with Excel and ERP/accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle).
• Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage accounts payable team and ensure policy compliance.
• Oversee procure-to-pay processes and timely vendor payments.
• Improve AP processes for efficiency, accuracy, and controls.
• Coordinate AP month-end close and reconciliations, audit support.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Procurement, Treasury and stakeholders.

Skills

Accounts payable

Leadership

Communication

Internal controls

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

GAAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

QuickBooks

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Role: Accounts Payable Manager

Location: Austin, TX Onsite

Pay Rate: $80,000 - $85,000 / year

Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and bonus.

Internal Job ID: 10081360

We are looking for an accounts payable manager on a permanent hire basis.

Role Overview

We are looking to add an AP Manager to our Finance team. This position will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of the organization by effectively managing AP and supporting overall financial operations. In this position you will be responsible for leading and optimizing the company's accounts payable function, ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reimbursements, and payment transactions. This role oversees day-to-day AP operations, maintains a strong internal control environment, supports month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities and related financial reporting requirements, and drives process improvement initiatives. The AP Manager collaborates closely with Accounting, Procurement, Treasury, and business stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency, support compliance requirements, and ensure effective cash management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all accounts payable team members and functions to ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
• Oversee the procurement to pay processes, including vendor management, internal and external communications related to processing of invoices and ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors.
• Continuously review and improve accounting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Ensure regular reconciliation of AP accounts and manage AP month-end closing processes, resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Identify process improvements, implement system and automate manual processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy in AP operations.
• Prepare and analyze AP reports, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Develop and maintain robust internal controls to prevent errors and fraud in AP processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards (GAAP), and relevant laws and regulations.
• Provide necessary documentation and support during internal and external audits.
• Work closely with other departments to resolve issues and improve overall financial operations.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 7–9 years of progressive accounting and accounts payable experience, including at least 2–5 years of leadership or people management responsibility.
• 7+ years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP system and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to develop and execute financial strategies.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members.
• Ability to develop effective consultative working relationships with senior leaders within the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. IND 002-003