Description This role is a key member of the team and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of Accounts Payable disbursements across a multi-site manufacturing organization. The position partners closely with Procurement, Operations, Treasury, and external vendors to resolve issues efficiently, maintain strong internal controls, and support timely financial reporting. The role also leads audit coordination within the procure-to-pay function and provides strong mentorship, leadership, and development for the Accounts Payable team. Key Responsibilities + Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team to deliver high performance, engagement, and accountability; hire, train, coach, and develop staff to meet demanding service and accuracy expectations. + Oversee all Accounts Payable activities, collaborating with Procurement, corporate and plant teams, vendors, and banking partners to ensure accurate and timely transaction processing. + Coordinate payment runs and related bank interfaces to ensure proper and timely disbursement of funds. + Perform reconciliations and variance analysis. + Manage vendor setup and maintenance, ensuring proper payment terms, remittance details, tax reporting (1099), and sales tax treatment, including self-assessment where required. + Analyze transaction volumes and workflows to identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency gains, and improved work allocation. + Develop and report key performance metrics to track individual and departmental performance. + Lead the implementation of new business processes and financial systems or software enhancements. + Design, document, and maintain policies, procedures, and process flows to support a strong internal control environment and standardized departmental operations. + Serve as primary owner for procure-to-pay audit activities, including preparation of workpapers, transaction walkthroughs, and responses to internal and external audit inquiries. + Continuously evaluate processes and controls, developing and executing improvement plans to enhance effectiveness and compliance. + Build strong working relationships through effective communication, collaboration, and engagement with onsite and cross-functional teams. + Participate in onsite meetings and operational reviews to support departmental and organizational objectives. + Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Education + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required + MBA and/or CPA preferred Experience + 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience + Minimum of 5 years of supervisory or people management experience + Experience in manufacturing, consumer products, or similarly complex operational environments preferred Systems & Technical Skills + Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) + Experience with system integrations, reconciliations, and financial balancing processes Requirements Accounts Payable (AP), Coding Invoices, Check Runs, Automated Clearing House (ACH), Code Invoices, Manufacturing Company, Leadership development, Leadership Skills, Month End Close, Intercompany Accounting, 3 Way Matching Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .