Hybrid Payables Manager - Lead Process Improvement

Holy Cross; Worcester, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

College of the Holy Cross is seeking a Payables Accounting Manager in Worcester, MA. The role leads the accounts payable team, manages weekly and monthly close, and ensures compliance with college policies and IRS regulations.

The position collaborates with the Assistant Controller and auditors to meet deadlines and improve internal controls. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in higher

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in higher education.
• Supervisory experience with coaching and mentoring.
• Experience with ERP software; Workday preferred for payables.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise accounts payable staff; ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee weekly payables processing across electronic and check payments.
• Manage expense reporting in Workday, including employee reimbursements.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual close for payables and liability accounts.
• Prepare work papers for audits and tax returns; liaise with auditors.
• Strengthen internal controls; document accounting policies and procedures.
• Research accounting rules and IRS regulations; implement new requirements.
• Maintain vendor data integrity and collaborate with procurement.
• Explore AI/automation options to improve efficiency of AP processes.
• Participate in special projects and system upgrades as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Customer service

Excel proficiency

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration

Tools

Workday

Job description

College of the Holy Cross is seeking a Payables Accounting Manager in Worcester, MA. The role leads the accounts payable team, manages weekly and monthly close, and ensures compliance with college policies and IRS regulations.

The position collaborates with the Assistant Controller and auditors to meet deadlines and improve internal controls. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in higher