Job Description
Job Description
JOB TITLE : ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER
DEPARTMENT : FINANCE
REPORTS TO : GROUP HEAD OF ACCOUNTING
DATE : 08 / 19 / 2025
LOCATON : PASADENA, TEXAS - must be within reasonable commute distance
POSITION OVERVIEW :
The Accounts Payable Manager will be responsible for overseeing the company’s financial obligations to vendors and suppliers by managing the accounts payable process, maintaining vendor relationships, compliance and record keeping all in a timely manner.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Manage daily processing of vendor invoices, ensuring accurate data entry and adherence to internal controls
- Lead and support AP staff by setting clear goals, providing performance feedback, and fostering a collaborative team environment
- Process the weekly AP disbursement process, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and portal payments
- Update and analyze various daily and weekly AP reports in excel
- Proactively identify and resolve issues in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Identify and implement process improvements and best practices to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of AP operations
- Oversee the vendor onboarding process, ensuring proper documentation, risk assessments, and payment setup are completed
- Maintain vendor relations and vendor Master Data in ERP system
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
- Prepare and process annual 1099 forms and support in other tax-related activities
- Maintain compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and internal controls related to AP transactions
- Lead and ensure accurate three-way matching of invoices, receipts, and purchase orders
- Provide hands-on assistance during peak periods, staff absences, or high-volume cycles
- Assist Head of Accounting with month-end close activities and quarterly / annual audits
- Ensure timely completion of AP duties to support monthly / annual reporting requirements
- Support interdepartmental collaboration to ensure timely and accurate issue resolution
- Uphold professionalism and confidentiality across all aspects of AP operations
- Perform other duties as required to support the Finance department
QUALIFICATIONS :
Minimum 5 years of experience in accounts payableMinimum 2 years of experience managing or supervising a team in FinanceStrong understanding of end-to-end AP processesHigh School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite : Strong Excel; capable user of Outlook, Word, and PowerPointProficient in ERP systems; Epicor experience, highly preferredManufacturing experience, preferredCollaborative team player with a positive, proactive attitudeStrong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate across departmentsCommitted to integrity, professionalism, and continuous process improvementAttention to detail and problem-solving skillsReliable TransportationPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
This position requires sitting for extended amount of time. Some lifting, bending, reaching, and squatting throughout the shift while filing, sorting, and moving products.