Senior Corporate Accountant

THE ROLE Our client is a Manhattan based family office, is seeking a strategically minded, tech-savvy Accounts Payable Manager to lead and evolve the AP function at the firm. This role is designed for a solutions-oriented professional who will evaluate our current AP mandate and architect a high-performance operational framework that drives efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across our global business.Reporting directly to the Controller, the AP Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end accounts payable lifecycle while serving as a key driver for digital transformation within the finance department. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and views the AP function as a critical lever for cash flow management, internal controls, and strategic vendor partnership.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES ● Strategic AP Operations: Direct the full cycle of accounts payable across multiple entities, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices.● Process Evolution & Automation: Proactively identify opportunities to enhance the current AP workflow and implement scalable, automated solutions. Drive the adoption of digital tools to reduce manual intervention and improve data integrity.● Strategic Vendor Relations: Partner with functional leads to ensure global vendor activities align with corporate compliance standards and tax regulations. Serve as the escalation point for critical vendor issues and drive continuous improvement in strategic vendor communication and payment terms.● Policy & Compliance Leadership: Ensure all AP activities adhere to rigorous internal controls, Sox-lite standards, and external audit requirements.● Financial Intelligence & Reporting: Partner with FP&A and Accounting teams to provide actionable insights into AP aging, cash requirements, and spend trends. Develop and maintain KPIs to track department health and processing efficiency.● Systems Ownership: Serve as the functional "super-user" for AP-related systems (e.g., SAP-Ariba, Carta), overseeing system optimizations, troubleshooting, and team training.● Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate across the Operating Companies in partnership with Procurement, Legal, and Treasury to ensure a seamless "procure-to-pay" experience and optimized liquidity management across the platform.QUALIFICATIONS ● Experience: 6–8 years of progressive experience in a corporate accounts payable role, ideally supporting a dynamic, global business. Previous experience leading through influence.● Tech-Savvy Mindset: Advanced proficiency in modern ERP systems (SAP preferred) and T&E/AP automation platforms (e.g., Carta). You are comfortable navigating new technologies and leveraging them to solve operational bottlenecks.● Innovative Problem Solver: A proven track record of diagnosing process gaps and implementing durable, technology-driven fixes rather than temporary workarounds.● Global Perspective: Familiarity with multi-currency environments and the nuances of international tax and compliance requirements.● Strategic Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and clearly articulate the strategic value of process improvements.● Grit & Adaptability: Thrives in an entrepreneurial environment where priorities can evolve. You are a self-starter who takes extreme ownership of your mandate.● Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.