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Robert Half Accounts Payable Manager in Buffalo, New York
Description
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee and enhance the procure-to-pay processes while ensuring efficiency and accuracy in vendor payments. This role requires a leader who can establish best practices and maintain strong financial controls. This is a long-term contract position based in New York, New York.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the accounts payable team to ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments.
• Develop and implement best practices for procure-to-pay processes, focusing on efficiency and compliance.
• Oversee month-end close activities related to accounts payable, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Support financial statement audits by providing necessary documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.
• Monitor and enhance internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve workflows.
• Analyze accounts payable data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
• Provide technical accounting expertise to address complex payment and reconciliation issues.
• Train and mentor offshore team members to encourage attention to detail and operational excellence.
Requirements
• Proven experience in accounts payable management or a similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of month-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Expertise in general ledger management and account reconciliation.
• Experience with managing offshore teams
• Proficiency in preparing and posting journal entries.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to manage a team effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
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