Accounts Payable Director

Position Overview
Accounts Payable (AP) Director

- CMTA is hiring an AP Director who will lead all AP operations across a portfolio of Legence Design and Engineering companies, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant disbursements at scale. This role owns end‑to‑end AP strategy and execution, including shared services leadership, vendor lifecycle management, cash disbursement controls, systems optimization, and continuous improvement. The ideal leader brings deep AP expertise, multi‑entity consolidations experience, strong internal control orientation, and a track record of building high‑performing teams and processes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead AP operations across multiple companies/entities, ensuring standardized policies and controls while accommodating entity‑specific requirements

Design and manage a centralized/shared services AP function, including invoice capture, 2‑ and 3‑way match, exception handling, payment runs, and month‑end close

Oversee full vendor lifecycle: onboarding, due diligence, W-9/W-8 collection, TIN verification, payment terms, credit memos, and offboarding

Own AP policy framework and internal controls, including approval matrices, segregation of duties, SOX/ICFR compliance, and audit readiness

Manage disbursement strategies and payment methods (ACH, wire, check) optimizing for cash flow, discounts, rebates, and fees

Establish and monitor KPIs and dashboards (e.g., days to approve, % touchless invoices, on‑time payments, discount capture, duplicate rate, aged GR/IR)

Drive AP systems roadmap: evaluate, implement, and optimize ERP/AP automation tools (supplier portals, e‑invoicing, payments)

Coordinate with Tax and Compliance on 1099s, escheatment, and regulatory obligations across jurisdictions

Lead month‑ and quarter‑end close activities: accruals, reconciliations, AP aging reviews, intercompany settlements, and reporting

Oversee intercompany payables and cross‑entity allocations; ensure proper documentation, eliminations, and transfer pricing considerations

Build and mentor a high‑performing team across locations; define org structure, capacity planning, workforce management, and career development

Manage vendor communications and issue resolution; enhance supplier experience and maintain strong relationships with strategic partners

Serve as primary AP contact for internal/external audits; ensure timely evidence, remediation, and continuous control improvements

Develop and manage AP budgets and forecasts; track cost‑to‑pay and drive efficiencies through automation and process redesign

Champion change management and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma), reducing cycle time and increasing first‑pass yield

Desired Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

10+ years of progressive AP experience, including 5+ years leading multi‑entity or shared‑services AP teams

Deep knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and AP best practices; SOX/ICFR experience preferred

Hands‑on ERP expertise (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and AP automation platforms (Coupa, Tipalti, Kyriba, Basware, Stampli)

Proven success implementing AP transformations: OCR/e‑invoicing, workflow automation, supplier portals, and payment optimization

Strong data/analytics orientation; advanced Excel and familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker)

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills; ability to influence across Finance, Procurement, and Operations

Demonstrated ability to operate in high‑volume, fast‑paced environments with multiple legal entities and complex approval structures

Benefits

401(k) Plan with Company Match: match contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting

Health & Welfare Benefits: employer‑provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage

Life and Disability Insurance: employer‑provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at $50k coverage, with option for voluntary buy‑up

Time Off: flexible non‑accrual vacation; company holidays per policy (California employees may receive additional paid sick leave if applicable)

Expenses: business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy

Equal Employment Opportunity
Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non‑merit‑based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. EEO is the Law.

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