About the Opportunity
Our client, a well-regarded financial services firm based in Manhattan, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Senior Manager to lead their high-performing AP team. This individual will be instrumental in managing all aspects of the accounts payable function within a collaborative, supportive environment that values work-life balance.
The Accounts Payable Senior Manager will supervise a team of AP professionals, ensuring accurate, timely processing and allocation of invoices, expenses, and inter-company charges. This leader will oversee the full lifecycle of accounts payable activities, from reviewing coding and wire transfers to managing the monthly T&E process and maintaining detailed records of all paid invoices.
A critical aspect of this role involves leading the implementation of SAP, guiding the team through a smooth go-live transition and optimizing processes for efficiency and compliance. The Senior Manager will partner with colleagues across accounting and finance, provide hands-on support for ad-hoc projects, and play a central role in upholding internal controls and best practices. The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive team leader with SAP expertise who brings strong communication skills, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to operational excellence. This position follows a hybrid schedule.
The annual base salary range is $110,000 to $150,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage a team of 6 AP professionals and Oversee the entire Accounts Payable Process
- Oversee the implementation of SAP for a go live in the new year
- Review coding, wire transfer instructions prior to being processed for payment.
- Oversee allocation of invoices/expenses to the various funds and other inter-company charges
- Oversee the monthly processing of T&E
- Track and retain all paid invoices
- Assist with various accounting functions, ad-hoc requests and projects as needed
Job Requirements
- 6+ years professional AP experience
- Bachelor’s degree highly preferred
- MUST have experience with SAP
- Professional services industry background
- Professional, confident, energetic and outgoing demeanor
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)
- Organized, flexible and detail-oriented
