Accounts Payable Manager

Company DescriptionCambridge Consulting Services is a boutique search firm founded in 1991, and is representing our client, a recognized global leader and manufacturer in their key chemistries. They are well-established, rapidly growing and financially stable. Role DescriptionCambridge Consulting  has partnered with a multinational industry leader with revenues well over $2Billion as they search for their next Accounts Payable Manager. For the successful candidate, our client will supply full relocation including moving costs, temporary housing, etc.Based in Southeast Georgia, this person will be responsible for managing a team of 4. Specifically, this person will direct and oversee the management of the accounts payable staff and processes associated with the payment of invoices, processing of purchase orders, receiving of goods and communication with external vendors and internal stake holders. Key Responsibilities: ·        Ensure that W-9's are received prior to setting up vendors in the ERP system.·        Once vendor payments are approved, prepare checks and various electronic payments.·        Ensure that all payments to suppliers/vendors are made timely and accurately·         Respond to vendor inquiries related to accounts payable.·         Investigate and resolve problems associated with processing invoices·        Interact with external auditors to provide original documentation·        Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate accounts payable staff members·        Develop, implement, improve policies and department controls to increase accuracy and efficiencies·        Ensure accurate annual distribution of 1099's per IRS filing guidelines and deadlines.·        Prepares weekly Cash Forecast·        Prepare & maintain policies & procedures to ensure effective internal controls to safeguard assets and the timely and accurate reporting of AP activities.·        Develop & implement continuous improvements to the accounts payable system and procedures.·        Manage Corporate Credit Card and PCard programs, including monthly reconciliation.   Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is mandatory.3+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable department with supervisory experienceMust have handled at least $300 in Accounts PayableExperience working with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.Experience with OCR and automated invoice processing software.Motivate through strong leadership skillsMust be authorized to work in the United States