AP Manager

Beacon Hill; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume AP function. The role involves supervising a team, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliant financial operations across cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a related field, 5+ years in AP management, hands-on Workday Financials experience, and strong knowledge of AP processes and controls. The position offers growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Accounts Payable management experience.
• Experience supervising teams of 8+ employees.
• Hands-on Workday Financials experience required.
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable processes, internal controls, and accounting principles.
• Experience with ACH payments, wire transfers, vendor management, and 1099 reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working within ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, ACH transactions, wire transfers, and expense reimbursements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Accounts Payable staff while ensuring accuracy, productivity, and timely completion of work.
• Review and enhance AP policies, procedures, internal controls, and workflows.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and efficiency initiatives.
• Prepare management reports, analyses, and departmental performance metrics.
• Support month-end close, year-end close, audit requests, and financial reporting activities.
• Manage vendor maintenance, 1099 reporting, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Serve as the primary Accounts Payable resource for Workday Financials testing, troubleshooting, process improvements, and user support.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Operations, and IT teams on system upgrades, enhancements, and ERP-related initiatives.

Job description

AP Manager (F8062026-AM) Chevy Chase, Maryland

Salary: USD75000 - USD85000 per year

AP Manager - Chevy Chase, MD

Beacon Hill is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume Accounts Payable function for a well-established organization. This role will oversee daily AP operations, manage and develop staff, drive process improvements, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and compliant financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, ACH transactions, wire transfers, and expense reimbursements
• Lead, mentor, and develop Accounts Payable staff while ensuring accuracy, productivity, and timely completion of work
• Review and enhance AP policies, procedures, internal controls, and workflows
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and efficiency initiatives
• Prepare management reports, analyses, and departmental performance metrics
• Support month-end close, year-end close, audit requests, and financial reporting activities
• Manage vendor maintenance, 1099 reporting, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Serve as the primary Accounts Payable resource for Workday Financials testing, troubleshooting, process improvements, and user support
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Operations, and IT teams on system upgrades, enhancements, and ERP-related initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of Accounts Payable management experience
• Experience supervising teams of 8 or more employees
• Hands-on Workday Financials experience required
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable processes, internal controls, and accounting principles
• Experience with ACH payments, wire transfers, vendor management, and 1099 reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working within ERP systems
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with ERP implementations, conversions, or upgrades is highly preferred