Manager, Accounts Payable and Treasury Operations

Manager, Accounts Payable & Treasury Operations

Remote

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Job Summary

We are looking for a Treasury Operations Manager to add to our Finance team to oversee the treasury and accounts payable functions. We are looking for a candidate that can build new processes, is motivated by constant process improvement opportunities, and can work well cross-functionally.  This role reports to the Director of Accounting. 

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage all treasury-related activities with oversight of treasury compliance processes aligned with internal policies.
• Make recommendations to management on various treasury-related decisions and escalate matters for attention.
• Facilitate treasury-related system implementations, new bank relationship initiations, and other activities to leverage efficiencies in treasury and accounts payable.
• Manage and lead Accounts Payable Analyst(s).
• Ensure accuracy of vendor invoices and that they are recorded in the accounting system with appropriate accounting treatment.
• Maintain sufficient documentation within the ERP for all invoices and vendor information.
• Generate batch payments to vendors on a routine schedule and ensure timely payment of accounts payable in accordance with terms.
• Review automatic payments and credit card payments to ensure proper recording, documentation, and appropriateness.
• Manage the corporate credit card program and banking relationship.
• Build and maintain working relationships with external vendors and ensure documentation retention and utilization of proper internal controls.
• Maintain accurate vendor master data within the accounting system.
• Manage billing inquiries, such as payment methods and remittance details.
• Ensure sales tax application is correct and prepare use tax filings as applicable.
• Conduct bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure transaction accuracy.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and provide analytical support for treasury-related activities.
• Participate in risk management activities with the insurance broker and internal stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor Accounts Payable Analyst, fostering collaboration and efficiency.
• Set performance metrics for the AP team and track progress to ensure operational success.
• Respond to inquiries regarding billing, payment methods, and discrepancies with vendors and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with vendors to negotiate payment terms that support cash flow optimization.
• Provide analytical support related to treasury and accounts payable, offering insights for process optimization.
• Drive process improvements and automation in accounts payable workflows, including ERP updates or implementations.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure efficient communication and streamlined operations.

Skills and Abilities

Success in this role typically requires the following competencies:

• Provides guidance in the use of appropriate treasury principles and practices.
• Motivates, coaches, and encourages collaboration within the team.
• Independently determines high-impact actions to achieve outcomes.
• Ensures business outcomes associated with work efforts.
• Demonstrated focus on continuous improvement with regards to processes, planning, and execution of activities.
• Ensure proper documentation is maintained in the accounting system for invoices and vendor information.
• Drive process improvements and automation in AP workflows, including ERP updates or system implementations.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure efficient communication and streamlined operations.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates most successful in this role typically hold the following qualifications or comparable knowledge or experience:

Required

• Minimum 5 years of general accounts payable and treasure  experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with managing a team.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to diplomatically approach team members to discuss sensitive financial matters.
• Ability to use professional judgment to escalate matters when necessary.
• Flexibility and ability to display sound judgment while operating in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensure proper documentation is maintained in the accounting system for invoices and vendor information.
• Drive process improvements and automation in AP workflows, including ERP updates or system implementations.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure efficient communication and streamlined operations.

Desirable

• Experience using Netsuite ERP
• Experience as Accounts Payable Supervisor/leadership
• Certified Treasury Professional (CTP)
• Experience with treasury functions with entities involved in active fundraising activities

Physical Requirements

• Standard office working conditions which includes but is not limited to:
  • Prolonged sitting
  • Prolonged standing
  • Prolonged computer use

Travel required? -  Minimal: 1%-10%

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive healthcare suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans. Domestic partners who have been residing together at least one year are also eligible to participate. 
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Healthcare and Dependent Care Accounts available.
• Rich retirement benefits, including an immediately vested employer safe harbor match.
• Generous paid parental leave as well as a phased return to work. 
• Flexible vacation policy in addition to paid company holidays.
• Total Wellness Program providing numerous resources for overall wellbeing