Accounts Payable Manager

<br/><br/><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Position: </strong>Accounts Payable Manager</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Rate:</strong> $80,000 - $90,000 salary. DOE</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Location: </strong>Chino Hills, CA </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Hours: </strong>Monday - Friday; 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM</span></p><h2 style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Position Summary</strong></span></h2><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Accounts Payable Manager to lead the accounts payable function for a rapidly growing, private equity-backed service organization. This role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience supporting companies undergoing significant growth, operational transformation, and acquisition activity.</span></p><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, drive process improvements and automation initiatives, support acquisition integrations, and ensure scalable financial operations as the company continues to expand. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, exceptional attention to detail, and hands-on experience with NetSuite, Ramp, Planful, and LastPass.</span></p><h2 style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Key Responsibilities</span></h2><ul style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead and manage all aspects of the accounts payable function, including invoice processing, payment execution, vendor management, and month-end close support.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Supervise, mentor, and develop accounts payable staff while fostering a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and corporate card transactions.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage and optimize AP workflows within NetSuite and Ramp, identifying opportunities for automation and process standardization.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support the integration of acquired businesses, including onboarding vendors, consolidating payment processes, and aligning controls and procedures across entities.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Procurement, Operations, and M&A teams to support the company's growth strategy and acquisition initiatives.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with finance leadership to establish scalable AP processes that can support a multi-entity environment.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning through coordination with FP&A teams utilizing Planful.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monitor cash disbursements and payment schedules to optimize working capital and maintain strong vendor relationships.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop, document, and enforce internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Utilize LastPass and other approved security tools to support compliance with company cybersecurity and access management protocols.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for audits, lender reporting, and private equity ownership requirements.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Drive process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and improve visibility into AP operations.</span></li></ul><h2 style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Qualifications</strong></span></h2><h3 style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Required</span></h3><ul style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong experience of accounts payable operations in NetSuite.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hands-on experience with Ramp expense management and corporate card administration.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with LastPass or comparable password and access management solutions.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and accounts payable best practices.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.</span></li></ul><h3 style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Preferred</span></h3><ul style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including at least 2 years in a management or supervisory role.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated experience within a private equity-backed, high-growth, or acquisitive organization.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and post-acquisition integrations.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience working with Planful or similar budgeting and forecasting platforms.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location environment.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Background in service-based, professional services, field services, or recurring-revenue businesses.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience implementing AP automation and workflow optimization initiatives.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">CPA, CMA, or other accounting certification is a plus.</span></li></ul><h2 style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">What Success Looks Like</span></h2><ul style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Accounts payable processes are efficient, scalable, and capable of supporting continued acquisition-driven growth.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Vendor payments are accurate, timely, and well-controlled.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Newly acquired businesses are integrated smoothly into the company's financial operations.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">AP metrics, reporting, and controls provide visibility and confidence to executive leadership and private equity stakeholders.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 15px; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Continuous improvements drive increased efficiency, reduced processing times, and enhanced working capital management.</span></li></ul><h2 style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></span></h2><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This is an opportunity to play a key role in a dynamic, private equity-backed organization focused on aggressive growth and value creation. You will work alongside experienced finance and operational leaders, contribute to acquisition integration efforts, and help build the scalable financial infrastructure needed to support the company's next stage of growth.</span></p><p data-end="1673" data-start="1644"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong data-end="1656" data-start="1644">Benefits</strong></span></span></p><ul data-end="1859" data-start="1674"><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;" data-end="1744" data-start="1674"><p data-end="1744" data-start="1676"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD, and supplemental insurance</span></p></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-end="1775" data-start="1745"><p data-end="1775" data-start="1747"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">PTO, 401(k) & Roth options</span></p></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-end="1807" data-start="1776"><p data-end="1807" data-start="1778"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Daily Pay (Dayforce Wallet)</span></p></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-end="1859" data-start="1808"><p data-end="1859" data-start="1810"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Tuition discounts & employee assistance program</span></p></li></ul><h2 style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Equal Opportunity Employer</span></strong></span></h2><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.</span></p><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"> </p><br/><br/>PandoLogic. Keywords: Accounts Payable / Receivable Manager, Location: Covina, CA - 91723