Accounts Payable Manager

Grimmway Produce Group; Shafter (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental coverage

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Employer-paid life insurance

Subsidized gym membership

Job summary

Grimmway Produce Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead a dynamic team in Shafter, CA. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the Accounts Payable process and contribute to organizational improvements. This position offers a competitive salary between $90,000 and $115,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in accounts payable, team leadership, and an understanding of ERP systems, ensuring accurate and compliant transaction processing. The company is committed to delivering quality products and nurturing its employees.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of progressive Accounts Payable experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of AP processes and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing Accounts Payable team.
• Process invoices, payments, and vendor transactions accurately.
• Drive process improvements and organizational change initiatives.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Leadership experience

Process automation

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER

LOCATION: PREMIER - FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT (SHAFTER, CA.)

SHIFT: DAY

REPORTS TO: CORPORATE CONTROLLER

About the Opportunity:

Grimmway Produce Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager responsible for leading and developing a high-performing Accounts Payable team while ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices, payments, and vendor transactions across multiple business entities. This role oversees a team of 10+ AP professionals and serves as a key partner in driving process improvements, system implementations, and organizational change initiatives. Whether you are a current GPG team member looking to grow your career or a professional seeking a rewarding opportunity in agriculture, this position offers the chance to contribute to one of the world’s largest carrot and organic vegetable grower, packer, and shippers. At GPG, we take pride in delivering fresh, healthy, and safe products to communities while caring for the earth’s natural resources and investing in our family of employees—come grow with us!

What You Will Need:

• 5-10 years of progressive Accounts Payable experience
• Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience managing teams
• Experience managing Accounts Payable operations in a multi-company or multi-entity environment
• Demonstrated experience supporting process automation, software upgrades and implementations, or major accounting transformation initiatives
• Strong understanding of AP processes, internal controls, and accounting principles
• Experience with high-volume transaction processing
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office software, especially Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to details; strong interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of individuals throughout operations and management
• Ability to work well in a self-directed, fast-paced, changing environment with minimum supervision
• Remote work not available for this position
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record that meets company policy, insurance, and DMV requirements.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening consistent with applicable state and federal law.

Benefits

Total Rewards: $90,000 - $115,000/YEAR

• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
• Subsidized benefits package including Medical and Dental coverage.
• Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year.
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off/Paid Sick and Safe Time
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Subsidized gym membership
• Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California.