Position: Accounts Payable Manager Industry: ManufacturingLocation: Plainview, NY Hiring Contact: Jacob Parish | 850-806-2547Compensation: See Below —-Job Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee our company's accounts payable department. In this role, you will be responsible for managing vendor payments, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and leading a team to maintain accurate financial records. This position requires strong leadership skills to conduct oversight of payment processing, vendor relationships, expense management, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will establish positive working relationships, understand departmental needs, and deliver key financial insights to drive business decisions. Key Responsibilities:Team Management: Lead and develop the accounts payable team, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to best practicesPayment Processing: Oversee the processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reimbursements with accuracy and timelinessPolicy Development: Develop and implement accounts payable policies and procedures to ensure compliance with financial regulationsFinancial Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate financial records and reconcile accounts payable transactionsCash Flow Optimization: Ensure timely payments to vendors while strategically managing cash flowStakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and improve processesFinancial Reporting: Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports related to accounts payable activitiesClosing Procedures: Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes with attention to detailSystem Enhancement: Monitor and improve accounts payable systems for efficiency and accuracyStaff Development: Train and mentor accounts payable staff to enhance team performanceProject Management: Apply excellent project management skills to oversee accounts payable initiativesQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldMinimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable or financial managementStrong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulationsProficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics experience a plus)Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks and strong attention to detailAdvanced proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly ExcelStrong leadership and communication skills with ability to communicate effectively both internally and externallySelf-motivated with robust analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to collaborate at all levels of the organization and across functional areasCritical thinking skills with ability to recommend strategic improvementsCommitment to maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating high standards of integrityCompensation & Benefits:Salary: $90 - 105k Benefits Package:Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance401(k) plan, PTO, Incentives, Bonus Professional development opportunitiesFor more information or to apply, please contact Jacob Parish directly at or 850-806-2547.All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.