Accounts Payable Manager: Automation & Process Excellence

Ledgent; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume AP function, driving process improvements, automation, and operational excellence. This hands-on leadership role will oversee vendor payments, invoice processing, month-end activities, internal controls, and AP team development while partnering across the organization to strengthen financial operations.

The role requires 5+ years in AP or accounting, strong leadership, and ERP experience (NetSuite).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of Accounts Payable or accounting experience.
• Prior supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Experience in high-volume transactional environments.
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, reconciliations, internal controls, and month-end close.
• ERP system experience required; NetSuite preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing.
• Oversee vendor relationships, payment runs, ACH/check/wire payments, and vendor maintenance.
• Ensure strong internal controls, three-way matching, and compliance with AP policies.
• Support month-end close, reconciliations, accruals, and audit requests.
• Lead AP process improvement and automation initiatives within the ERP system.
• Develop, coach, and mentor AP team members while promoting accountability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Finance, Purchasing, Operations, and other departments to resolve issues and improve workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Excel

AP automation tools

Job description

Ledgent is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume AP function, driving process improvements, automation, and operational excellence. This hands-on leadership role will oversee vendor payments, invoice processing, month-end activities, internal controls, and AP team development while partnering across the organization to strengthen financial operations.

The role requires 5+ years in AP or accounting, strong leadership, and ERP experience (NetSuite).