Senior Manager, Accounts Payable

Faith Technologies; Menasha (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Technologies, a leader in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy, seeks a Senior Manager of Accounts Payable to drive strategic direction and scalable AP operations. You will partner with the Corporate Controller and AP Manager to implement policies, controls, and automation while overseeing vendor management and risk controls.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, process improvement and accurate financial reporting, with responsibility for team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field preferred.
• 10+ years in progressive Accounts Payable or Procure to Pay experience with 5+ years in AP leadership.
• Willingness to travel 5-10%.
• Flexible work schedule between 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday–Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight of AP in partnership with leadership.
• Establish policies, procedures, controls and performance expectations.
• Lead AP Manager on day-to-day operations and escalate complex matters.
• Monitor AP performance metrics, risks and improvement opportunities.
• Lead AP process automation, ERP system implementations and integrations.
• Ensure strong controls over vendor setup, payments and fraud prevention.
• Oversee vendor onboarding, master data and payment controls.
• Support accurate financial reporting and month-end close.
• Coach and develop the AP team and promote cross-training.

Skills

AP leadership

ERP systems

Process improvement

Vendor management

Controls & compliance

Risk management

Cross-functional teamwork

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

You've discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And - as "one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America" - is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.

The Senior Manager, Accounts Payable provides strategic leadership and oversight of the company's accounts payable function, reporting to the Corporate Controller. This role partners with the Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to ensure efficient, controlled, and scalable AP operations while focusing on process improvement, systems optimization, compliance, risk management, and organizational development. The Senior Manager serves as a key accounting leader and strategic partner to Finance, Operations, Procurement, and other business functions, with a focus on strengthening the AP function and supporting the company's continued growth.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive Accounts Payable or Procure to Pay experience, including 5+ years of accounts payable management or leadership experience
• Travel: 5-10%
• Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

AP Leadership & Strategy

• Provide strategic direction and oversight of AP in partnership with the Corporate Controller and AP Manager.
• Establish policies, procedures, controls, and performance expectations that support accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Partner with the AP Manager on day-to-day operations and serve as an escalation point for complex matters.
• Monitor AP performance and key metrics to identify risks and opportunities.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Lead initiatives to improve AP processes, automation, workflows, and efficiency.
• Provide leadership for ERP and AP system implementations, enhancements, and integrations.
• Partner with Finance, BT, Procurement, and business leaders to optimize AP systems and standardize processes.
• Lead testing and implementation of significant system and process changes.

Controls, Compliance & Risk

• Establish and maintain strong controls over AP, vendor management, and payment processes.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, accounting requirements and internal controls.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to vendor setup, payments, fraud, duplicate payments, and unauthorized transactions.
• Partner with the Corporate Controller and auditors on AP-related audits and control requirements.

Vendor & Payment Management

• Oversee vendor onboarding, master data, payment processes, and payment controls.
• Partner with Procurement and business leaders to strengthen vendor and purchasing processes.
• Monitor vendor and payment activity and resolve significant or escalated issues.

Financial Reporting & Accounting Support

• Partner with the Corporate Controller to ensure AP supports accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Oversee AP-related reconciliations, accruals, reporting, and month-end close activities.
• Monitor AP aging, cash requirements and other metrics to support financial decision-making.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach and develop the AP Manager and AP team.
• Establish clear accountability and promote professional development, cross-training, and succession planning.
• Empower the AP Manager to own day-to-day operations while providing strategic oversight and support.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner with Finance, Procurement, Operations, BT and other departments on initiatives impacting AP.
• Provide AP expertise for system implementations, process changes, acquisitions and other business initiatives.
• Communicate AP performance, risks and improvement opportunities to the Corporate Controller and leadership.

Leadership Expectations

• Lead through strategy, oversight, accountability and continuous improvement rather than transactional AP activity.
• Develop and empower the AP Manager to manage daily operations.
• Proactively identify risks, inefficiencies and opportunities for automation.
• Establish scalable processes and controls that support business growth.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, service, accuracy and operational excellence.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Benefits are the Game-Changer.

We provide industry‑leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families.

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - veterans/disabled. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test.