Manager, Accounts Payable

Briggs Equipment, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Manager of Accounts Payable to lead their team in Dallas. This pivotal role involves overseeing the accounts payable department, ensuring compliance with ethical standards, and enhancing team performance through training and motivation. The successful candidate will have a strong background in accounting management, experience with ERP systems, and advanced Excel skills. Join a company that values integrity, respect, and growth, and make a significant impact on their operations while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

401(k)

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Hands On and Virtual Training

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of accounting management experience and 5+ years of accounts payable experience.
• Prior experience working with an ERP system and expense reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the Accounts Payable Team.
• Ensure compliance with the company's Code of Ethics and internal controls.
• Track and report AP metrics to improve departmental efficiency.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Planning and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Tools

ERP system with AP module

Expense reporting system

Job description

At Briggs Industrial Solutions, our team members and our culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers. We believe our team members are the key to our success and we pride ourselves in hiring the highest quality people, placing emphasis on safety, ethics, integrity and respect. We are an ESOP-owned company with a customer-first focus. We realize the decisions we make about investments and operating practices ultimately affect the lives of our co-workers, families and business partners. And like those who went before us, every one of us takes that responsibility seriously.

Businesses: Briggs Equipment, Briggs Earth & Ag, Briggs Truck & Rail, Briggs Warehouse Solutions

Mission Statement: Keep business moving by being proactive, accessible, knowledgeable and above all else safe.

Value Proposition: We are an ESOP-owned company with a customer-first focus. Our solutions experts help keep your business moving by being proactive, accessible, knowledgeable and safe.

Values: Balance, Respect, Integrity, Growth, Grit, Safety

Competitive benefits:

• 401(k)
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Hands On and Virtual Training
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Simply stated, Briggs team members strive to do the right thing by exceeding the expectations of each other, our customers and our community.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Manager, Accounts Payable is responsible for overseeing the accounts payable department which includes directing staff in processing invoices and payments for Briggs’ US Operations. Ensures all Briggs Industrial Solutions standards are adhered to and executed consistent with company direction.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Supervise and Manage the Accounts Payable Team
• Ensure accounts payable function adheres to the Briggs Industrial Solutions Code of Ethics and ensure personal actions, and the actions of employees supervised, comply with the policies, regulations, and laws that affect Briggs Industrial Solutions’ business.
• Train and evaluate employees to enhance their performance. Address performance issues and make recommendations for personnel actions. Motivate and reward employees including providing salary increases and promotions within allocated budgets and company guidelines.
• PO related invoices (3 way match)
• Non – PO related invoices for operating expenses
• Travel and Expenses (T&E)
• Check, ACH, and Credit Card Disbursements
• 1099 and tax related matters
• Data entry, when volumes are at higher capacity
• Partner with internal departments and vendors to resolve issues
• Process fixed asset additions, deletions, and transfers
• Tracks and reports AP Metrics, including:
  • Accounts payable aging
  • Credit Holds
  • Invoice volume
• Works to improve departmental efficiency
• Working with operations to improve PO and receiving accuracy
• Helping to implement a T&E and Corporate Credit Card program
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with an ERP system utilizing an AP module and an expense reporting system
• Knowledge and experience with internal controls related to the disbursements process
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to manage and complete projects with time constraints
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Good planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work

Previous Experience/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration, or equivalent
• 2-4 years of accounting management experience and 5+ years of accounts payable experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment