AP/AR Manager

Cohesive Components; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohesive Components is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the complete AR and AP cycles, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strong controls that support cash-flow objectives. You will supervise AR/AP staff and partner with multiple departments to drive financial integrity and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include leading invoicing, cash applications, credit issuance, and AP processing, while maintaining aging reports, auditing support, and

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field and 5+ years in progressive AR/AP or accounting roles.
• Experience leading AR/AP staff and driving process improvements.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems; Epicor experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AR cycles: invoicing, cash application, credit issuance, and DSO management.
• Maintain AR aging schedules and documentation for month-end and audits.
• Investigate deductions, short-pays, and disputes; resolve billing discrepancies.
• Oversee AP processes: invoice validation, coding, approvals, and three-way match.
• Maintain vendor master data and manage weekly payment cycles (checks, ACH, wire, purchasing cards).
• Support month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting; ensure internal controls.

Skills

AR management

AP management

ERP proficiency

Leadership

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Epicor

Job description

SUMMARYThe Accounts Receivable (AR) & Accounts Payable (AP) Manager oversees the AR and AP cycles, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, strong controls, and support for organizational cash-flow objectives. This role supervises AR/AP staff, maintains process integrity, and partners across departments to drive financial accuracy and operational excellence.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAccounts Receivable (AR)Oversee customer invoicing, credit issuance, and cash-application processes.Maintain accurate AR aging schedules and documentation for month-end and audits.Investigate and resolve customer deductions, short-pays, and disputes.Monitor metrics including DSO and unpaid balances; escalate issues as needed.Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to eliminate billing discrepancies.Accounts Payable (AP)Manage full AP process: invoice intake, validation, coding, and approval routing.Ensure vendor master-data integrity and maintain strong vendor relationships.Oversee weekly payment cycles (checks, ACH, wire, purchasing cards).Ensure compliance with approval policies and three-way-match procedures.Monitor AP aging, early-payment opportunities, and duplicate-payment prevention.Leadership & Team DevelopmentSupervise AR/AP specialists; assign workload and ensure role clarity.Provide coaching, performance evaluations, and training.Build cross-functional knowledge and redundancy within the team.Internal Controls & ComplianceMaintain strong internal controls, segregation of duties, and audit-ready documentation.Partner with Controller, CFO, and internal/external auditors.Support month-end close activities, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.Process Improvement & SystemsIdentify and implement process enhancements and automation opportunities.Work with IT/ERP teams to optimize financial workflows.Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for AR/AP functions.QUALFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.5+ years of progressive AR/AP or accounting experience, with supervisory experience.Strong understanding of ERP systems; Epicor experience a plus.Exceptional analytical and communication skills.High attention to detail with ability to meet tight deadlines.Strong cross-functional relationship-building abilities.KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)DSO improvement and reduction in past-due receivables.Timely payments aligned with cash-flow priorities.Zero audit findings related to AR/AP processes.Error reduction and measurable process efficiencies.Strong team engagement and capability growth.WORKING CONDITIONSOn-premises work is required, with the ability to work remotely as approved by management.Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface periodically throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where under certain conditions require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.OTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice as long as the duties are consistent with the job classification.EEO STATEMENTCohesive Components is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, performance, and business need.