AP Manager

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume, multi-entity AP operation in the Greater Orlando area. You will mentor the AP team, oversee end-to-end processes, and collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, Procurement, and Operations to optimize procure-to-pay workflows and controls.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, process improvement, and close collaboration across departments, with responsibility for KPI monitoring and system enhancements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years progressive Accounts Payable experience.
• 5+ years of management experience leading an Accounts Payable team.
• Experience managing high-volume invoice processing and payment operations.
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle Accounts Payable and procure-to-pay processes.
• Experience supporting month-end close, accrued liabilities, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit activities.
• Experience managing ACH, wire, check, and other payment processes.
• Strong understanding of AP controls, approval workflows, and vendor management.
• Experience establishing or monitoring departmental KPIs and performance expectations.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion and Medius highly preferred.
• Hospitality, resort, travel, property management, or other service industries preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience; authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Accounts Payable team across multiple entities.
• Oversee end-to-end AP activities from invoice receipt to payment execution.
• Manage payment cycles including ACH, wire transfers, checks, and other methods.
• Monitor invoice workflow, approvals, and processing deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with approvals, policies, and internal controls.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Coordinate with Treasury, Procurement, and Operations to optimize procure-to-pay processes.
• Drive AP process improvements and system optimization projects.
• Assist in audits and provide documentation as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and vendor information.

Skills

High-volume AP

People management

Vendor management

Invoice processing

Payment operations

ERP systems

Oracle Fusion

Medius

Excel proficiency

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Medius

ERP software

Job description

Accounts Payable Manager

Location: Orlando, FL | Onsite
Must be based in or within commuting distance of the Greater Orlando area.

Why This Accounts Payable Manager Opportunity Stands Out

This Accounts Payable Manager position is with a large, multi-entity organization and is responsible for leading the day-to-day Accounts Payable function, including high-volume invoice processing, payment operations, vendor management, reconciliations, close activities, and internal controls.

The Accounts Payable Manager will lead and develop the AP team while working directly with Accounting, Treasury, Procurement, Operations, and other business functions to maintain an efficient procure-to-pay process.

What this position offers:

• Lead a high-volume, multi-entity Accounts Payable operation
• Manage, mentor, and develop an established AP team
• Oversee the full AP cycle from invoice receipt through payment execution
• Manage ACH, wire, check, and other payment processes
• Establish and monitor departmental KPIs and performance measures
• Work directly with Accounting, Treasury, Procurement, Operations, and property-level leadership
• Participate in ERP implementations, upgrades, testing, and system optimization
• Lead AP process improvement and automation initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401(k) match, PTO, paid holidays, tuition assistance, and family-focused benefits

Key Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Manager

• Manage, mentor, develop, and support members of the Accounts Payable team
• Oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable activities across multiple entities
• Manage invoice receipt, validation, coding, approval routing, payment processing, and vendor inquiries
• Ensure high-volume invoices are processed accurately and according to established deadlines
• Manage payment cycles including ACH, wire transfers, checks, and other approved payment methods
• Monitor invoice workflow and approval queues and address processing exceptions
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex vendor, invoice, and payment-related issues
• Establish performance expectations and monitor departmental KPIs
• Develop action plans to address AP performance and workflow issues
• Ensure compliance with approval requirements, accounting policies, and internal controls
• Review Accounts Payable subledger and related balance sheet reconciliations
• Investigate and resolve outstanding reconciliation differences
• Manage AP-related month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including accrued liabilities
• Support internal and external audit requests and prepare supporting documentation
• Work with Treasury and other stakeholders to maintain vendor payment terms while supporting cash management objectives
• Evaluate AP processes and implement improvements to accuracy and efficiency
• Participate in ERP implementations, system upgrades, testing, and optimization projects
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality over financial and vendor information

Qualifications for the Accounts Payable Manager

• 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience
• 5+ years of management experience leading an Accounts Payable team
• Experience managing high-volume invoice processing and payment operations
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle Accounts Payable and procure-to-pay processes
• Experience supporting month-end close, accrued liabilities, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit activities
• Experience managing ACH, wire, check, and other payment processes
• Strong understanding of AP controls, approval workflows, and vendor management
• Experience establishing or monitoring departmental KPIs and performance expectations
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems
• Experience with Oracle Fusion and Medius highly preferred
• Hospitality, resort, travel, property management, or another service-oriented industry preferred
• Experience leading AP process improvement or automation initiatives preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including strong Excel proficiency
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant professional experience considered
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements

Benefits & Professional Development

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Parental leave and adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness programs and Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and disability insurance options
• Pet insurance
• Employee travel, hospitality, dining, and entertainment discounts
• Access to professional development opportunities

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