Manager Accounts Payable

Socket.dev; Northglenn (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Colorado seeks an Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP team, optimize invoice processing, and ensure accurate disbursements. You will manage relationships with vendors, oversee three-way matching, and drive process improvements.

The role requires 5+ years in accounting with 2+ years in AP leadership, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with QuickBooks and NetSuite. You’ll collaborate across finance and operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in AP supervisory or leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems such as QuickBooks and NetSuite.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard, train, and evaluate AP staff.
• Assign and monitor daily work to maintain balanced workload.
• Manage full invoice-processing cycle: three-way matching, approvals for ACH, wires, checks; audit expense reports.
• Escalate vendor disputes, maintain supplier relationships, negotiate favorable payment terms or discounts.
• Lead AP during month-end close; reconcile GLs, post journal entries, prepare aged payables for exec review.
• Establish and enforce AP policies to reduce fraud and data-entry risks.
• Coordinate tax compliance: W-9 tracking, 1099 reporting, and sales/use tax filings.
• Assess workflows and implement automation or ERP enhancements to improve efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

As the Accounts Payable Manager, you'll lead the AP department, overseeing daily team operations, vendor relationships, payment workflows, and the accuracy of all disbursements. This role combines strong leadership, a thorough understanding of general accounting principles, and experience using AP automation software to improve efficiency.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit, onboard, train, and evaluate AP staff.
• Assign and monitor daily work to maintain a balanced workload.
• Manage the full invoice-processing cycle, including three-way matching, payment approvals for ACH, wire transfers, and checks, and audits of employee expense reports.
• Serve as the primary escalation contact for vendor disputes, maintain strong supplier relationships, and negotiate favorable payment terms or discounts when possible.
• Lead AP activities during month-end close, reconcile general ledger accounts, post journal entries, and prepare aged payables summaries for executive review.
• Establish and enforce AP policies that reduce fraud and data-entry risks.
• Coordinate tax compliance, including W-9 tracking, annual 1099 reporting, and monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax filings.
• Regularly assess workflows and implement automation or ERP system enhancements to improve efficiency.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/Experience At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2 or more years in an AP supervisory or leadership role.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strong knowledge of ERP systems such as QuickBooks and NetSuite.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.

Job Details: Job Location: Northglenn - Northglenn, CO, Position Type: Regular, Education Level: High School Diplomia, Salary Range: $60000.00 - $70000.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Full-time, Job Category: Accounting