Senior Accounting Manager, Accounts Payable

WHO WE ARE :

It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It's even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation.

As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world's most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.

QTS is Powered by People . People who play a vital role in our company's culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.

WHO YOU ARE :

We are seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Senior Accounting Manager to lead the Accounts Payable (AP) function within our organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and efficiency across the Procure-to-Pay cycle. The Senior Manager will oversee a team of payables specialists, providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship while driving process improvements and automation initiatives. This position requires strong technical expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Procurement, and other departments.

WHAT YOU WILL DO :

• Provide strategic leadership to the Accounts Payable team, including workforce planning, succession development, and fostering a high-performance culture aligned with organizational goals.
• Own and optimize the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay process, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure timely and accurate payments of vendor invoices.
• Develop strategic vendor relationship frameworks, negotiate terms for efficiency, and partner with Procurement to enhance supplier performance and compliance.
• Lead ERP optimization and automation strategies, championing technology adoption to improve scalability, accuracy, and reporting transparency.
• Deliver actionable insights through advanced analytics and dashboards; influence cash flow strategies and working capital optimization at the enterprise level.
• Oversee SOX compliance and internal control frameworks; proactively identify and mitigate financial and operational risks across AP processes.
• Direct month-end close for AP with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and integration with broader financial reporting; ensure alignment with GAAP and corporate standards.
• Lead the preparation for internal and external audits related to accounts payable, ensuring all documentation and processes are in place.
• Drive enterprise-level process transformation initiatives, leveraging best practices and benchmarking to achieve operational excellence
• Act as a strategic partner to Procurement, Finance, and IT leadership to align AP operations with organizational priorities and enable informed decision-making.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL :

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This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes : medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

This position is Bonus eligible.

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