Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager

Indianapolis, IN
Fully in‑office position
$85,000 – $105,000 base salary(flexible based on experience and team scope)

A growing organization in the Indianapolis area is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead and oversee the accounts payable function. This role is ideal for an experienced AP professional who enjoys managing people, driving process improvements, and ensuring accuracy, controls, and timeliness across a high‑impact AP operation.

The Accounts Payable Manager will combine hands‑on operational oversight with people leadership, serving as a key partner to accounting leadership and cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• 
  
• Oversee all accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, approvals, and payments
• 
  
• Manage, mentor, and develop the AP team; review work for accuracy and consistency
• 
  
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and accounting standards
• 
  
• Lead month‑end close activities related to AP and vendor balances
• 
  
• Monitor AP metrics, workflow, and deadlines to ensure timely processing
• 
  
• Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and discrepancies
• 
  
• Drive process improvements, efficiencies, and system enhancements within AP
• 
  
• Support audits by maintaining accurate documentation and controls
• 
  

Qualifications

• 
  
• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience
• 
  
• Prior experience in an AP Supervisor or AP Manager role
• 
  
• Demonstrated people‑management experience, including coaching and performance oversight
• 
  
• Strong understanding of AP controls, workflows, and best practices
• 
  
• Experience working with ERP or accounting systems; strong Excel skills preferred
• 
  
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• 
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 
  

Compensation & Opportunity

• 
  
• Base salary range of $85K–$105K, depending on experience and team size
• 
  
• Fully in‑office role with close collaboration across accounting and operations
• 
  
• Leadership position with ownership of the AP function
• 
  
• Opportunity to improve processes and build a strong AP team
• 
  
• Stable organization with long‑term growth potential
•