Accounts Payable Manager

Clay Today; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Janicki Industries is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee AP processes and a dedicated AP team from Sedro-Woolley, WA. You will manage invoice processing, payments (checks, ACH, wire transfers), and compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in accounting/AP, 3+ years in supervision, and strong Excel/ERP skills (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics; Docuware preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required.
• 5+ years progressive accounting or accounts payable experience, with at least 3+ years in a supervisory or management role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP software (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics); Docuware preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire accounts payable process and AP team, including invoicing, expense reports, credit card reconciliation, and payments.
• Recruit, train, and supervise AP staff; set goals and monitor performance.
• Maintain supplier relationships and negotiate payment terms with the purchasing department.

Skills

Accounts payable

Leadership

Excel

ERP software

Docuware

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Job Details Description At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture. Pay or shift range: $90,000 USD to $150,000 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Across every role, from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams, our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact. This position is located on-site in Sedro-Woolley, WA.

Roles & Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to oversee the company's accounts payable functions and accounts payable team. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial expertise, management experience, familiarity with various accounting software and systems, and a thorough understanding of day-to-day accounts payable processes. This role is vital in ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor payments, maintaining financial integrity, and supporting overall financial operations within a dynamic organization. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment that values precision, efficiency, and compliance. This role reports to the Senior Manager - Controller.

• AP Operations: Manage and oversee the entire accounts payable process, including invoice processing, expense reports, credit card reconciling and payment execution (checks, ACH, virtual card and wire transfers), ensuring proper approval and coding of all transactions.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and supervise AP staff. Set departmental goals, distribute workloads, maintain training and advancement schedules, regularly meet with individual team members and evaluate performance.
• Vendor Management: Maintain strong supplier relationships, work closely with purchasing department to negotiate payment terms, resolve escalated discrepancies and disputes, and monitor the GR/IR balance.
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure payments are accurate and comply with company policies, internal financial controls, and regulatory requirements (such as 1099 and sales tax reporting).
• Process Improvement: Identify bottlenecks, implement AP automation, and optimize workflows for maximum efficiency.
• Reporting & Analysis: Oversee month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met and accruals are posted timely and accurately, and vendor outreach for outstanding checks and virtual card payments.
• Audit Compliance: Assist with internal and external audits related to AP output and processes, providing analysis as needed.

Qualifications

Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).

Education/Experience A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is required Proven experience in accounting or finance roles with a focus on accounts payable management 5+ years of progressive accounting or accounts payable experience, with at least 3+ years in a supervisory or management role Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and enterprise-level ERP software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics), Docuware preferred Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task in a dynamic working environment, excellent communication abilities for collaborating with all levels of the organization, as well as vendors and stakeholders

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is required
• Proven experience in accounting or finance roles with a focus on accounts payable management
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or accounts payable experience, with at least 3+ years in a supervisory or management role
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and enterprise-level ERP software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics), Docuware preferred
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task in a dynamic working environment, excellent communication abilities for collaborating with all levels of the organization, as well as vendors and stakeholders

Detailed Wage Information

Salary range for this role is between $90,000 - $150,000 plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off shifts. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts

Equal Opportunity Employer

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer. Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Afff... or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department. As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.