Accounts Payable Manager — Lead, Optimize & Automate AP

Brilliant®; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Brilliant® is seeking a Director of Accounts Payable to lead the AP function onsite in the North Shore area. You will manage a team of five, ensure GAAP-compliant processing, and drive efficiency across the organization.

You will implement automation, RPA and AI to optimize processes, coordinate with Purchasing and Warehouse leadership for 3-way match, and oversee month-end close and audits. Requires 6+ years of experience and ERP expertise.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience handling accounts payable for a business with 300M+ revenue.
• 3+ years of management experience with direct team oversight.
• In-depth knowledge of Procure-to-Pay best practices.
• Strong ERP applications experience is required.
• Experience in process improvement, automation, and driving operational efficiencies.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manages the Accounts Payable function including staff and payment processing.
• Lead a team of 5 in applying sound financial analysis and internal controls.
• Ensure end-to-end efficiency, standardization, and alignment with business objectives.
• Drive performance improvement through benchmarking, data analysis, and automation.
• Oversee timely processing of vendor invoices and 3-way match processes with Purchasing/Warehouse.
• Coordinate with accounting for audits and monthly closing of AP.

Skills

Procure-to-Pay

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Internal controls

Automation

RPA/AI awareness

Team leadership

Job description

Brilliant® is seeking a Director of Accounts Payable to lead the AP function onsite in the North Shore area. You will manage a team of five, ensure GAAP-compliant processing, and drive efficiency across the organization.

You will implement automation, RPA and AI to optimize processes, coordinate with Purchasing and Warehouse leadership for 3-way match, and oversee month-end close and audits. Requires 6+ years of experience and ERP expertise.