Accounts Payable Manager

LHH US Missouri, Kansas City Permanent US Dollar . USD 36 – 43 / Hourly

Job Description

Accounts Payable Manager
Location: Kansas City Metro (Hybrid)
Schedule: 2 days onsite / 3 days remote

About the Opportunity
A growing organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead and enhance its AP function. This is a newly created role designed to support continued company growth and provide dedicated leadership over accounts payable operations, team development, and process improvement initiatives. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building structure, improving workflows, and making a direct impact. This position will work on-site 2 days/week and pay starts at $75k and goes up based on experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of approximately 5 AP professionals
  • Oversee full-cycle accounts payable operations including invoice processing, approvals, and payment execution
  • Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues
  • Drive process improvements, including workflow optimization and automation initiatives
  • Support ongoing system enhancements and upgrades within the AP function
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures
  • Identify process gaps and implement solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy
  • Train, mentor, and develop team members while providing ongoing performance feedback
  • Supervise both in-office and remote staff, prioritizing workload and ensuring deadlines are met
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement and internal departments to streamline workflows
  • Monitor adherence to AP processes and address areas of non-compliance
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of accounts payable experience with a strong understanding of full-cycle AP processes
  • 2-3+ years of supervisory experience managing teams (3-5 employees or more preferred)
  • Experience developing or improving AP processes, policies, and workflows
  • Experience with system implementations, upgrades, or integrations strongly preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with the ability to improve existing processes
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work across multiple teams
Systems
  • Experience with Yardi or similar ERP systems preferred
Work Environment & Perks
  • Hybrid schedule with flexibility
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on engagement and continuous improvement
  • Opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role
  • Ability to shape and modernize AP processes within a growing organization
Does this sound like something you would be interested in? If so, apply today or email !

Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year

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