AP Manager

CFS; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Oak Brook, IL seeks an Accounts Payable Manager to lead a team of seven and own AP operations during a critical transition. You will ensure accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and strong controls while partnering with Procurement and Finance.

The role offers visibility to senior finance leadership in a large-scale distribution environment and an opportunity to drive process improvements and team development.

Qualifications

• Experience leading accounts payable teams in manufacturing, distribution, or large-volume environments.
• Strong background in AP operations and process improvements.
• Proven ability to partner with Procurement and Finance teams and drive controls.
• Hands-on management style with willingness to dive into day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AP professionals (7) and monitor workload.
• Oversee daily AP operations, ensure timely invoice processing and payments.
• Strengthen internal controls and segregation of duties; align with governance.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Finance to resolve vendor and payment issues.

Skills

Accounts payable

Leadership

Team management

Process improvement

Internal controls

Mentoring

Tools

AS400

Oracle

Job description

Accounts Payable Manager

Our client is seeking a hands-on Accounts Payable Manager to lead a team of seven AP professionals during a critical period of transition and growth. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for AP operations, process improvements, internal controls, and team development within a large-scale distribution environment.

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact AP function within a $2B organization
• Manage and mentor a team of 7 direct reports
• Direct exposure to senior finance leadership
• Opportunity to drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls
• Collaborative environment with strong operational and finance partnerships
• Competitive compensation with flexibility for top talent

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 7 Accounts Payable professionals
• Monitor workload distribution and team coverage
• Foster engagement, accountability, and strong team performance
• Serve as the primary escalation point for AP-related issues

Accounts Payable Operations

• Oversee trade payable processes and daily AP operations
• Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and payment activity
• Partner with Procurement to resolve vendor and payment issues
• Maintain compliance with company policies and financial controls

Controls & Compliance

• Strengthen internal controls and segregation of duties
• Ensure compliance with audit and governance requirements
• Identify operational risks and implement corrective actions

Qualifications

Required

• Accounts Payable leadership experience managing a sizable team
• Manufacturing, distribution, or large-volume operational environment experience
• Strong background in AP operations and process improvement
• Experience partnering with Procurement and Finance teams
• Hands-on management style with willingness to dive into day-to-day operations
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills

Preferred

• AS400 experience
• Oracle experience
• Experience supporting large, multi-site organizations
• Previous experience improving controls and documenting processes