Accounts Payable Manager

A rapidly expanding, private equity-backed leader in healthcare services is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee and enhance the company’s payables function. This Accounts Payable Manager role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The individual will lead the AP function, ensuring efficient processing, vendor management, and compliance while contributing to process improvements.

Compensation

• Salary: $90K-$95K base bonus
• Reports to: Assistant Controller
• Manages: 1 direct report
  
  

Key Considerations

• High-volume, fast-moving environment (30 locations, 800 employees)
• Experience with vendor negotiations and extended credit terms is valuable
• Cash flow management expertise is crucial as the company is optimizing funding strategies
• Proficiency in NetSuite preferred; experience with Chase 360 (bill pay system) is a plus
• Strong process improvement mindset
  
  

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely payment of vendor invoices.
• Supervise and mentor AP staff, providing guidance on best practices and performance optimization.
• Maintain vendor relationships, negotiate terms, and resolve any outstanding payment issues.
• Partner with internal teams across finance, procurement, and operations to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Manage cash flow related to payables, optimizing payment timing and controls.
• Conduct reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Drive automation and process enhancements to improve the AP function’s accuracy and scalability.
• Support month-end close activities, including accruals and reporting.
• Assist with audits and financial reviews related to accounts payable.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least five years of AP experience, including two or more years in a leadership role.
• Strong working knowledge of AP best practices, financial controls, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).
• Comfortable working in a high-growth, evolving environment with competing priorities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to drive process improvements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
  
  

For more information, please share a copy of your resume with Chris Grassi at cgrassi@kbwfinancial.com