Accounts Payable Payroll Manager

POSITION SUMMARYThe Accounts Payable and Payroll Manager is responsible for managing the accounts payable function of the department and working with managers to create a fiscal strategy that aligns with the goals of the organization. The position is responsible for the oversite and the organization’s payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. Additionally, the position is responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting and for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. The position is responsible for managing the team to ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner and addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year- end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:Responsible for managing all AP functions to ensure timely and accurate processing of all AP entries and working with the AP specialist to improve and streamline the process. First Level Review all AP checks and wires for accuracy, proper approvals, and timely payment prior to signatureResponsible for preparation and maintain accurate records and report of payroll transactions.Implement procedures and changes in AP and payroll to align with audit requirementsEnsure minimal adjusting entry requirements during annual audit with external audit Manage accounts payable and payroll teamAssist Controller and accounting team with month-end/quarterly close processJournal Entries – Recurring and StandardReview and Approve Journal Entries prepared by AP Balance Sheet ReconciliationsFixed Assets and Royalty ReportingYOY Analysis for expense accountsSpecial projects as assigned by Controller and VP of FinanceDemonstrate leadership, best practices and work ethic to assume heightened accounting leadership roleCapacity to lead complete financial statement preparation/management standards, position self to move towards Controller positionOther duties as assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The accounts payable manager manages employees of the accounts payable department and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within that function.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE and OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES:Bachelor’s degree in accounting plus 5 years accounting experienceMust be computer literate and have knowledge of ERP systems including general ledger, cost management, financial analysis and reporting Must have demonstrated organizational and interpersonal skills and be results drivenAbility to handle multiple projects at onceAbility to communicate effectively, create reports, correspondence, and proceduresExhibit business acumen and have the mindset required to understand the long-term implications of accounts payable and to advance the organizations goals