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Manager, Accounts Payable

heidrick struggles internationalChandler, AZ

5 days ago

Occupations

Accountants and AuditorsTreasurers and ControllersFinancial Managers

Industries

Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing OfficesAdministrative Management and General Management Consulting ServicesOther Accounting Services
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About the role

Overview: In this role you oversee global accounts payable operations across 50+ entities, ensuring accurate processing, timely payments, and strong internal controls. You will lead a remote AP team, partner with cross-functional groups, and drive process improvements and automation. Your work supports scalable, compliant financial operations in a dynamic, multi-country environment. This is a chance to shape AP efficiency and governance at a premier leadership advisory firm. Compensation / Benefitsmedicaldentalvisiondisability leaveparenteral leavepaid time off? (PTO) or paid time off — inferred from text; include as 'paid time off' in general
Responsibilities:
  • Manage full-cycle accounts payable processes including invoicing, vendor management, and payments
  • Lead and develop a remote team across multiple locations
  • Monitor AP KPIs, identify risks, and provide insights to senior leadership
  • Document and enforce policies to standardize execution and drive excellence
  • Oversee payment cycles, prioritizing urgent issues and ensuring controls
  • Maintain knowledge of global payment methods and banking trends
  • Ensure GAAP, SOX, and regulatory compliance; support audits
  • Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, and Accounting to streamline workflows and implement automation
  • Lead or support ERP/AP system upgrades (e.g., PeopleSoft, Workday, Concur, Salesforce)
  • Identify gaps in AP processes and champion automation and AI-enabled solutions
Key requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • Seven+ years of progressive AP experience with at least 1 year in a supervisory role
  • Proven leadership in team development and performance managementExperience in international AP operations, currencies, VAT, and regulatory frameworks
  • Track record of process improvements, automation, and internal controls in APAbility to handle fast-paced environment and ad hoc priorities
  • Proficiency in AP/P2P software (PeopleSoft, Workday, Concur, Salesforce, Zip/Coupa)
  • Advanced Excel for data analysis and visualization
  • Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder managementExperience in global/multi-entity organizations
  • Familiarity with electronic payment platforms and e-invoicing tools
  • Willingness to learn and apply AI tools to improve productivity and controls
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving
  • Customer orientation and result-driven mindset
  • Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlinesleadership and coachingstrong communicationtime management
  • PeopleSoft Financials
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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Manager

Location

Chandler, AZ

Occupation

Accountants and Auditors

Industry

Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices

Posted

5 days ago

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