Manufacturing AP Manager — Lead Team & Month-End Close

LHH; Tennessee; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP function for a manufacturing organization in middle Tennessee. This role oversees a team of Accounting Specialists and manages day-to-day AP operations, month-end close support, and balance sheet reconciliations.

The ideal candidate brings manufacturing experience, strong accounting knowledge, and proven leadership in developing an AP team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance is required.
• Prior accounting and accounts payable experience within manufacturing is required.
• Experience supervising a team of accounting professionals is required.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and internal controls.
• Experience with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounts payable operations and ensure timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of Accounting Specialists.
• Oversee close processes (monthly/quarterly/year-end) and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review vendor accounts, invoices, and GL activity; resolve discrepancies.
• Provide documentation for external audits and work with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Team leadership

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Job description

LHH is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP function for a manufacturing organization in middle Tennessee. This role oversees a team of Accounting Specialists and manages day-to-day AP operations, month-end close support, and balance sheet reconciliations.

The ideal candidate brings manufacturing experience, strong accounting knowledge, and proven leadership in developing an AP team.