Accounts Payable Manager (Temp-to-Hire) — Hybrid Leader

LHH US; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401K Plan

Commuter Benefits

EAP

Job summary

LHH US in Chicago, IL is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager for a Temp-to-Hire role to lead the AP function, supervise staff, and optimize processes.

This hands-on position requires 5+ years in AP and 2+ years of leadership, with strong Excel skills and experience in major ERP systems.

You will participate in month-end close, ensure invoice accuracy, and collaborate with finance, procurement and operations to improve cash flow. Hybrid work arrangement preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics 365, Workday, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate payment of invoices.
• Supervise and mentor AP staff, providing coaching, training, and performance support.
• Review invoice coding, approvals, and payment processing to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Lead month-end close activities related to accounts payable, including reconciliations and accruals.
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, Procurement, and business leaders to resolve discrepancies and improve workflows.
• Monitor AP aging and vendor relationships to ensure strong service levels.
• Develop and implement process improvements and internal controls to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist with audits by providing supporting documentation and responding to requests.
• Maintain compliance with tax regulations, company policies, and accounting standards.
• Prepare reporting and metrics for leadership regarding AP performance and cash flow planning.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Leadership

Advanced Excel

Process Improvement

Vendor Management

ERP Systems

Cross-functional Collaboration

Month-end Close

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Dynamics 365

Workday

Job description

LHH US in Chicago, IL is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager for a Temp-to-Hire role to lead the AP function, supervise staff, and optimize processes.

This hands-on position requires 5+ years in AP and 2+ years of leadership, with strong Excel skills and experience in major ERP systems.

You will participate in month-end close, ensure invoice accuracy, and collaborate with finance, procurement and operations to improve cash flow. Hybrid work arrangement preferred.