What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Manager position at Hyster-Yale Group?
Job Title
Accounts Payable Manager
Job Category
Finance
Job Description
What starts with YOU, moves the world!
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Accounts Payable Manager based at our Americas Headquarters located in Greenville, NC.
What you will do:
- Cash Flow & Vendor Payments
- Manage multiple pay runs and payment methods, ensuring accurate and timely vendor payments.
- Make strategic decisions on vendor payments in periods of tight cash flow.
- Oversee vendor master setup, bank account validation, and changes to ensure security and accuracy.
- Help Desk & Vendor Relations
- Supervise the Accounts Payable Help Desk, addressing vendor payment inquiries and reconciliation issues.
- Work directly with vendors to resolve payment discrepancies, negotiate credit holds, and maintain positive vendor relationships across multiple locations and currencies.
- Process Optimization & Special Projects
- Lead process improvements, including invoice delivery optimization and faster discrepancy resolution.
- Oversee robotic process automation (RPA) implementation, including vendor selection, system configuration, employee training, and ongoing support.
- Develop and refine accounts payable processes to support new business programs.
- System & Software Management
- Act as the technical expert for various accounts payable software applications (SAP, Open Text, SRM, PRMS).
- Recommend software configuration enhancements and oversee testing, employee training, and system implementation.
- Work with internal teams to identify and implement system fixes and enhancements.
- Global Accounts Payable Oversight
- Provide leadership and ongoing support to offshore accounts payable teams, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
- Supervise the indirect and non-PO invoice processing team to maintain accurate and timely financial records.
Who you are:
- Detail-Oriented Problem Solver: You are highly analytical and can quickly resolve discrepancies while maintaining financial accuracy.
- Strategic Thinker: You make informed decisions regarding vendor payments and cash flow management.
- Strong Communicator: You effectively engage with internal teams, vendors, and external partners to resolve issues and drive process improvements.
- Tech-Savvy Leader: You have experience managing financial systems and implementing new technologies to optimize accounts payable processes.
- Collaborative & Adaptable: You excel in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities while working across teams and time zones.
What you will need:
- Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
- Graduate degree and/or CPA preferred.
- Experience:
- 5-7 years of relevant experience in accounts payable or financial operations.
Skills, Experience & Abilities
- Accounting Expertise: Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, general ledger transactions, and financial reporting principles.
- Leadership & Team Management: Proven ability to lead and develop teams, manage vendor relationships, and oversee offshore processing functions.
- System Proficiency: Experience with financial software, including SAP, Open Text, SRM, and PRMS.
- Analytical & Process Improvement: Advanced Excel skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and system enhancements.
- Project Management: Strong organizational skills to oversee multiple projects, meet deadlines, and implement new financial processes.
Who we are:
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years.
What we offer:
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).
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Job Type
Permanent
Time Type
Full time
Work Hours
Travel Required
No
Primary Location
HY US Greenville, NC (Headquarters)
Address
1400 Sullivan Drive
Zip Code
27834
Field-Based
No
Relocation Assistance Available
No
We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
