Manager, AP Processing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RWE is looking for an Accounts Payable Manager in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves overseeing SAP transactions, managing a team, and ensuring compliance with processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, particularly in accounts payable.

The position offers an annual salary range of $91,000 - $137,000 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in accounting or finance functions, with AP experience required.
• Experienced knowledge of principles relating to accounts payable.
• Proven ability to manage processes and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily SAP transactions processing and ensure accuracy.
• Manage the AP staff, including work allocation and performance appraisals.
• Directly manage AP staff to meet deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service orientation

Organizational skills

SAP experience

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

SAP

Job description

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
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of AP systems (e.g., SAP), month‑end close, and vendor management
• Apply expertise to oversee team execution, ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Oversee resolution of complex AP issues, process gaps, and exception management
• Drive deadline‑sensitive initiatives such as accruals and reconciliations
• Build relationships with vendors, Procurement, and Controlling
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to resolve issues and align on expectations
• Directly manage AP staff
  • Allocate work, set priorities, and provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities
  • Ensure team meets deadlines

Job Requirements and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or another 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
• Prior people management preferred
• Proven ability to manage processes and meet deadlines
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Customer service orientation
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• SAP experience strongly preferred
• Oversee setup of new or existing utilities accounts on autopayment
• Review month‑end close activities including AP accruals, and resolve Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt discrepancies
• Oversee new vendor setup in SAP
• Maintain process documentation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Strong 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 to multitask and interact with other departments to accomplish goals
• Must be flexible, detail‑oriented, and possess good analytical skills
• Position is office‑based 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

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 and work experience, training and 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 & Legal

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.

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.