Senior Accounts Payable Manager

HRB; Centreville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting seeks a Senior Accounts Payable Manager to lead and optimize the AP function in a growing organization. You will apply GAAP knowledge while managing the full procure-to-pay cycle, mentoring staff, and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role emphasizes process improvements, policy documentation, and delivering reliable AP metrics. A strong accounting foundation and excellent communication are required for success in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or related field).
• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including senior-level responsibilities.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and expense classification.
• Experience handling high-volume AP operations.
• Experience documenting procedures, controls and guidelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage full accounts payable cycle from invoice receipt to payment and reconciliation.
• Review invoice coding and approvals for policy compliance and proper accounting treatment.
• Differentiate between COGS, operating expenses, capex, prepaid assets, and accruals.
• Partner with Accounting/Finance during month-end close for accurate AP activity.
• Analyze AP processes to drive automation and efficiency improvements.
• Develop and maintain AP policies, workflows, and training materials.
• Monitor vendor relationships and resolve payment, invoicing, and reconciliation issues.
• Support audits and GAAP compliance; prepare AP performance reports.
• Serve as AP SME and guide stakeholders across the organization.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accounts Payable Manager to lead and enhance the accounts payable function for a growing organization. This role is ideal for an experienced AP professional with a strong accounting foundation, deep understanding of GAAP principles, and expertise managing the full procure-to-pay process.

The ideal candidate will bring a process improvement mindset, experience documenting policies and procedures, and the ability to partner with accounting and operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and efficient AP operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the full accounts payable cycle from invoice receipt through payment processing and reconciliation.
• Review invoice coding and approvals to ensure compliance with company policies and proper accounting treatment.
• Apply strong accounting knowledge to distinguish between COGS, operating expenses, capital expenditures, prepaid assets, and accruals.
• Partner with Accounting and Finance teams during month-end close to ensure AP activity is accurately recorded.
• Analyze AP processes and identify opportunities for automation, efficiency gains, and improved internal controls.
• Develop, update, and maintain AP policies, process documentation, workflow maps, and training materials.
• Monitor vendor relationships and resolve complex payment, invoicing, and reconciliation issues.
• Support audit requests and ensure adherence to company policies and GAAP requirements.
• Prepare reporting and analytics related to AP performance, aging, processing metrics, and supplier spend.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for AP processes and provide guidance to stakeholders across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including senior-level responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles and expense classification.
• Experience managing AP operations in a high-volume environment.
• Proven ability to evaluate, streamline, and improve business processes.
• Experience documenting procedures, controls, and process guidelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.

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