Senior Director of Accounts Payable

Hub Group; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 185,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

FSA

EAP

Life & AD&D Insurance

Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Hub Group is seeking an seasoned Accounts Payable leader to drive strategic direction for a high-volume AP team and coordinate with Treasury, Procurement, and FP&A to align payables with financial goals.

The role emphasizes process optimization, internal control rigor, and ERP system improvement across SAP, Oracle, and Workday within a large, multi-entity environment in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive AP or Finance leadership experience.
• Experience managing large-scale AP operations in complex or high-growth org.
• Experience in large ERP environments (SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, SOX compliance, and procure-to-pay processes.
• Proven experience leading teams and implementing process improvements or automation.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Accounts Payable function with a high-volume team.
• Develop scalable processes to support a multi-billion-dollar organization.
• Establish departmental goals, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Oversee end-to-end AP: invoice intake, three-way matching, payments, vendor mgmt.
• Ensure timely, accurate processing in line with company policies.
• Manage vendor terms, payment runs, and cash coordination with Treasury.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and resolve escalations.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, Accounting, and FP&A; support closes.
• Provide reporting on payables, cash flow impacts, and vendor trends.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or other relevant certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for the Accounts Payable function, managing a team responsible for high-volume invoice processing and vendor payments.
• Develop and implement scalable processes to support a multi-billion-dollar organization.
• Establish departmental goals, KPIs, and performance metrics to drive efficiency and accuracy.

Operations Management

• Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process including invoice intake, three-way matching, payment processing, and vendor management.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments in compliance with company policies.
• Manage vendor payment terms, payment runs, and cash management coordination with Treasury.
• Maintain strong relationships with key vendors and resolve escalated issues.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Identify and implement automation and system improvements within the procure-to-pay cycle.
• Lead initiatives to improve invoice processing efficiency, reduce cycle times, and enhance data accuracy.
• Partner with IT and Finance leadership to optimize ERP and AP automation platforms.

Compliance & Controls

• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with SOX requirements and company policies.
• Partner with internal and external auditors during financial and operational audits.
• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to accounting policies and regulatory requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Procurement, Treasury, Accounting, and FP&A to align AP operations with broader financial strategies.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes related to accounts payable.
• Provide reporting and insights on payables, cash flow impacts, and vendor trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 10+ years of progressive Accounts Payable or Finance leadership experience
• Experience managing large-scale AP operations within a complex or high-growth organization
• Experience in large ERP environments (SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, SOX compliance, and procure-to-pay processes
• Proven experience leading teams and implementing process improvements or automation
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a publicly traded or large multi-entity organization
• CPA or other relevant certification
• Experience leading global or shared services AP teams
• Experience with AP automation platforms (Coupa, Ariba, Tipalti, etc.)
• Strategic thinker with strong operational execution
• Ability to lead change and process transformation
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Commitment to developing high-performing teams

Compensation Package:

$185,000 - $220,000 / year base salary + bonus eligibility + RSU eligibility

** This is an estimated range based on the circumstances at the time of posting, however, may change based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, education, market factors, geographical location, budget, and demand **

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan including:

• Medical
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays