Accounts Payable Manager: Lead, Automate & Optimize

Winston Salem State University; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UNC System Employee Benefits Central

UNC System Retirement Benefits

WSSU Holiday Schedule

WSSU Discounts and Perks

Job summary

Winston-Salem State University seeks an Accounts Payable Manager to lead a three-person AP team and oversee daily operations, ensuring accurate invoice processing and timely disbursements. The role collaborates with campus departments to maintain vendor relations and policy compliance.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive AP experience, strong leadership, and a focus on process improvements to advance operational excellence within the university’s finances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree with accounting coursework as specified.
• 2 years of progressively responsible accounts payable experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, coach, and evaluate Accounts Payable staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice processing, payments, ACH, wire transfers, and reimbursements.
• Establish internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with policies.
• Maintain vendor relationships by resolving payment inquiries and discrepancies.
• Coordinate annual IRS Form 1099 reporting and ensure tax compliance.
• Develop and document AP policies, procedures, and workflow improvements.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline AP processes for efficiency.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Finance, Budget, and departments to resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Process improvement

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 accounting credits

Associate's degree in accounting

Associate's degree in business or related discipline with 12 accounting credits

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Job description

Winston-Salem State University seeks an Accounts Payable Manager to lead a three-person AP team and oversee daily operations, ensuring accurate invoice processing and timely disbursements. The role collaborates with campus departments to maintain vendor relations and policy compliance.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive AP experience, strong leadership, and a focus on process improvements to advance operational excellence within the university’s finances.