Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager

Location Hybrid (In-Office/Home Office)

Employment Type Full time

Location Type Hybrid

Department Finance

OverviewApplication

Compass Surgical Partners is a leading, independent, full-service ambulatory surgery center (ASC) development and management partner. An exclusive partner for premier health systems, Compass has built a nationwide portfolio of ASC joint ventures with health systems and physicians.

Compass’ experienced leadership team has developed more than 250 ASCs over the past three decades, making it the partner of choice for high-performance ASCs. Differentiated by a proven track record of success and an agile, aligned operating model, Compass Surgical Partners aims to create strong partnerships that improve the lives of patients and providers. Learn more at www.compass-sp.com.

Role Overview

Compass is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead and scale the company’s accounts payable function. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices and vendor payments while maintaining strong financial controls and vendor relationships across a growing, multi-location organization.

The AP Manager plays an important role in supporting an efficient month-end close process, maintaining reliable financial data, and strengthening the processes and systems that support accounts payable operations as the company continues to grow.

This position is based in the Raleigh, NC area and follows a hybrid work schedule, with in-office collaboration Monday–Tuesday and work from a home office Wednesday–Friday.

What You’ll Do

Accounts Payable Operations

• Oversee the full accounts payable lifecycle, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and within established timelines

• Ensure AP workflows operate efficiently and consistently across the organization

• Maintain accurate vendor master data and ensure proper documentation and approvals are in place

Vendor & Stakeholder Partnership

• Manage vendor relationships and respond to payment inquiries in a timely and professional manner

• Partner with operational leaders and center teams to ensure invoices are submitted and approved efficiently

• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on AP policies, timelines, and best practices

Financial Close & Reporting

• Support the month-end close process by ensuring invoices are entered prior to close deadlines

• Ensure AP accruals are complete and accurate and that the AP subledger ties to the general ledger

• Maintain accurate financial data to support reliable reporting and forecasting

Payment Processing & Controls

• Review and approve weekly vendor payment runs, ensuring payments are processed accurately and on schedule

• Ensure AP processes follow established internal controls and approval procedures

• Monitor AP aging and proactively address past-due balances

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes, automation, and system workflows

• Support software implementations and process enhancements that strengthen efficiency and scalability

• Track AP metrics and continuously improve operational performance

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• 6+ years of accounts payable experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role

• Strong financial systems experience and advanced Excel skills

• Experience improving AP workflows, implementing systems, or driving process automation

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with vendors and internal stakeholders

• Experience with Sage Intacct and/or Medius preferred

• Experience in healthcare, multi-location organizations, or private equity-backed companies a plus

Compensation & Pay Transparency

Salary ranges at Compass are based on role, level, and location, and may vary by state. Individual pay is determined by work location and factors such as relevant skills, experience, and education or training. Your recruiter will provide the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

In addition to base salary, many roles are eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Actual compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and company and individual performance.