Accounts Payable Manager

Who We Are

Join us at Associated Materials, LLC, where you can be AMazing! 

 

At Associated Materials, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and the customer experience. For decades, we have provided exterior building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America, and we look toward the future with the same aspirations as we learn, grow, and set new standards of excellence.

 

As a leading manufacturer and distributor of exterior building products, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AM team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.

The Accounts Payable Manager will support the 4 business units within Associated Materials - Manufacturing, US distribution, Canadian distribution, and Corporate. The AP Manager will have oversight of all AP functions, ensuring that vendor payments, reconciliations, and reporting are executed accurately and efficiently. The role is critical in maintaining strong vendor relationships, improving processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in an AP or finance role, as well as a deep understanding of AP processes in a manufacturing and distribution setting.

OBJECTIVES:

• Timely and Accurate Payment Processing: Oversee the processing of all vendor payments, ensuring accuracy and payments are made within vendor terms. Payments are made via check, ACH, Corpay (Inspyrus), and wire.
• Vendor Relationship Management: Maintain strong relationships with vendors by resolving payment-related issues within 5 business days.
• Support AP Team Development: Mentor and train AP clerks, ensure that all team members are cross trained on critical AP processes, reducing department reliance on individual staff members for specific tasks.
• Cross Department Collaboration: Work with the purchasing and receiving departments to reduce discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices.

DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• AP Operations Oversight: The AP Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable department, ensuring timely and accurate processing of all vendor invoices and payments.
• Team Leadership: Provide guidance and support to AP clerks and staff by reviewing work for accuracy, assisting with statement reconciliations, and acting as a point of escalation for unresolved issues.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements within the AP function and work with the business units to implement solutions that drive efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Vendor Relations: Work closely with vendors to resolve disputes, and manage inquiries, ensuring healthy relationships and effective communication.
• Month-End Close Support: Assist with the month-end close process, including accruals, account reconciliations, and reporting, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of AP-related entries.
• Compliance and Audit: Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and SOX compliance. Prepare for and assist with internal and external audits related to AP functions.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams such as procurement, receiving, IT, and finance to resolve discrepancies and improve communication across departments.
• Payment Processing: Oversee weekly and ad-hoc payment runs (checks, ACH, and wire transfers), ensuring that all payments are executed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Data and Reporting: Prepare and analyze AP reports for management, providing insights into outstanding liabilities, cash flow impacts, and performance metrics.
• Training and Development: Assist with the training of new hires and ensure that ongoing training and development opportunities are available for the AP team to stay current with best practices and system updates.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• 7-10 years of experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience with Oracle is highly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Outlook.
• Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing or distribution industry, standard costing and PPV entries is a plus.

 

About Us

When you join Associated Materials, LLC, you become part of a noble industry and a team of more than 3,500 employees who are proud to enhance the places we live with quality, innovative, and sustainable products. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, we are a leader in the building products industry, operating as three businesses: Associated Materials Innovations, Alside® and Gentek® Building Products. We are united by our core values that are all about being AMazing, which guide us to prioritize safety above all else, lead with trust, and speak the truth.

 

Additional Information

The actual wage offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Click to learn more about benefits.