Accounts Payable Manager
The Cook & Boardman Group, LLC, Winston Salem, NC, United States
The Cook & Boardman Group is the nation's leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.
Position Summary
The Manager of Corporate Accounts Payable will oversee the Accounts Payable Supervisor and Accounts Payable Specialists, ensuring effective management of accounts payable operations for a high-volume shared‑service environment. The role involves supervising a team, developing scalable processes, managing high volume invoice processing, and supporting business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor the Accounts Payable team.
Develop and implement strategies for effective invoice processing and payment management.
Monitor team performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Days Payable Outstanding, Invoice Processing Time, and Payment Accuracy.
Maintain a high‑quality vendor‑master that serves as the golden record for payment processing.
Coordinate with other departments to resolve vendor disputes and financial discrepancies.
Approve payment runs and ensure adherence to company policies.
Oversee the vendor onboarding process, including payment term decisions.
Oversee the annual 1099 filing process.
Ensure new acquisitions are properly set up to support payment processing, aligning vendor master files, creating interim payment solutions, and transitioning newly acquired teams.
Oversee the import of multiple payment files each day and quickly resolve issues to ensure prompt payment.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards in accounts payable processes.
Manage multiple competing priorities and ensure timely responses to requests.
Provide regular reports to senior management on accounts payable status and issues.
Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Proven experience in accounts payable management, with a strong understanding of accounting principles.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities.
Strong data management and Microsoft Excel skills.
Ability to develop creative solutions to complex and time‑sensitive issues.
Proficiency in relevant software, including Microsoft Office.
Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Business Central and Dynamics 365 are a plus.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
Work‑Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self‑care.
Career Growth: Continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, the in‑house development program.
Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork at the heart of everything we do.
Physical Demands
The role involves regularly communicating verbally and in writing, seeing and hearing in a typical office setting, sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with arms and hands.
Work Environment
This position operates primarily in a professional office environment with standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing systems. Occasional business travel may be required.
The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Position Summary
The Manager of Corporate Accounts Payable will oversee the Accounts Payable Supervisor and Accounts Payable Specialists, ensuring effective management of accounts payable operations for a high-volume shared‑service environment. The role involves supervising a team, developing scalable processes, managing high volume invoice processing, and supporting business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor the Accounts Payable team.
Develop and implement strategies for effective invoice processing and payment management.
Monitor team performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Days Payable Outstanding, Invoice Processing Time, and Payment Accuracy.
Maintain a high‑quality vendor‑master that serves as the golden record for payment processing.
Coordinate with other departments to resolve vendor disputes and financial discrepancies.
Approve payment runs and ensure adherence to company policies.
Oversee the vendor onboarding process, including payment term decisions.
Oversee the annual 1099 filing process.
Ensure new acquisitions are properly set up to support payment processing, aligning vendor master files, creating interim payment solutions, and transitioning newly acquired teams.
Oversee the import of multiple payment files each day and quickly resolve issues to ensure prompt payment.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards in accounts payable processes.
Manage multiple competing priorities and ensure timely responses to requests.
Provide regular reports to senior management on accounts payable status and issues.
Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Proven experience in accounts payable management, with a strong understanding of accounting principles.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities.
Strong data management and Microsoft Excel skills.
Ability to develop creative solutions to complex and time‑sensitive issues.
Proficiency in relevant software, including Microsoft Office.
Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Business Central and Dynamics 365 are a plus.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
Work‑Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self‑care.
Career Growth: Continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, the in‑house development program.
Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork at the heart of everything we do.
Physical Demands
The role involves regularly communicating verbally and in writing, seeing and hearing in a typical office setting, sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with arms and hands.
Work Environment
This position operates primarily in a professional office environment with standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing systems. Occasional business travel may be required.
The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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