Director, Accounts Payable

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Tuition Coverage

Retirement Contributions

Generous Time Off

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida is seeking a Director of Accounts Payable. This role provides strategic leadership and governance for the University’s accounts payable and payment operations. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. The position includes overseeing a team, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving process improvements. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and tuition coverage for employees and dependents.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams in a complex environment.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for accounts payable operations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and University policies.
• Oversee financial stewardship and risk management.

Skills

Strong knowledge of accounts payable operations

Excellent analytical skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Ability to handle sensitive information

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (Workday preferred)

Job description

The Opportunity

The Director of Accounts Payable provides strategic leadership, governance, and executive oversight of the University’s accounts payable, expense reimbursement, and payment operations. This role is responsible for establishing institutional policies, internal controls, and operational standards to ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant disbursement of funds while safeguarding University assets.

This position reports to the Vice President and University Controller and leads the Accounts Payable function, including oversight of a team of 11, with indirect support to the University’s Prescott, AZ campus. The Director serves as the primary authority for complex or sensitive payment matters and partners with stakeholders across the University to drive financial stewardship, risk management, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and set the vision and direction for accounts payable operations
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and University policies
• Oversee financial stewardship, including risk management, fraud prevention, and internal controls
• Lead organizational planning, staffing strategy, and team development for accounts payable
• Drive system enhancements, automation, and process improvements
• Serve as the primary liaison for audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance matters
• Collaborate with cross‑functional leaders across Finance, Treasury, Procurement, IT, and other departments

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight of the Accounts Payable team, including direct supervision of leadership staff
• Lead workforce planning, performance management, and succession planning efforts
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Perks Await You at Embry‑Riddle!

• Health Benefits: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs.
• Tuition Coverage: 100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: 18 days of personal leave in your first year. 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 5‑10 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable operations, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams in a complex environment
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
• Experience with ERP systems (Workday preferred) and process improvement initiatives
• Accounts Payable certification preferred

Work Environment & Expectations

• Typical office environment
• Ability to work extended hours during peak periods or fiscal close
• Occasional travel between campus locations

EEO Statement

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