Manager, AP Processing

RWE AG; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RWE AG is looking for a Manager of AP Processing in Chicago, Illinois. This role is crucial to supervising the accounts payable department while ensuring timely processing and accuracy in a high volume, multi-unit environment.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and at least 5 years of accounting experience, with a strong preference for SAP users. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a pay range of $91,000 - $137,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance with AP experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are required.
• Must be flexible, detail-oriented, and possess good analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and manage the AP staff, including work allocation.
• Oversee daily SAP transactions processing and ensure accuracy.
• Manage vendor communications and resolve complex AP issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

SAP

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area

Finance / Controlling

Remuneration

Exempt

Role Overview

As a part of the accounts payable department, the Manager, AP Processing will supervise staff, delegate tasks, and handle any inquiries in the timely manner within a high volume multi business unit environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Oversee daily SAP transactions processing and ensure accuracy
• Manage the AP staff, including work allocation, deadline management, recruitment, and performance appraisals
• Manage the period end activities to meet the required deadlines, including AP accruals, and reconciliations
• Manage vendor and internal customer communications, queries and issues effectively while balancing priorities of customer service, process compliance, and controls
• Continually identify and implement process improvements
• Applies comprehensive knowledge of AP systems (e.g., SAP), month-end close, and vendor management
• Applies expertise to oversee team execution, ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Oversees resolution of complex AP issues, process gaps, and exception management
• Drives deadline-sensitive initiatives like accruals and reconciliations
• Builds relationships with vendors, Procurement, and Controlling
• Communicates effectively with stakeholders to resolve issues and align on expectations
• Directly manages AP staff
  • Allocates work, sets priorities, and provides coaching, feedback, and development opportunities
  • Ensures team meets deadlines

Job Requirements and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or other related discipline preferred
• Experienced knowledge of principles, practices, regulations, and procedures relating to accounts payable
• Minimum 5 years in accounting or finance functions, with AP experience required
• Proven ability to manage processes and meet deadlines
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• SAP experience is strongly preferred
• Oversee in setting up new or existing utilities accounts on autopayment
• Review month end close activities including AP accruals, resolving Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt discrepancies, etc
• Oversee new vendor set up in SAP
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Must be able to handle all aspects of Accounts Payable
• General knowledge of financial and accounting business practices
• Demonstrated ability in multi-tasking and interacting with other departments to accomplish goals
• Must be flexible, detail oriented, and possess good analytical skills
• This position is an office-based role with limited travel and visits to other RWEA offices and field locations
• Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

Applicants

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay Range

The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $91,000 - $137,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits Offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.