Interim Accounts Payable Manager

Interim Accounts Payable Manager
We are seeking an experienced Interim Accounts Payable Manager to support an industry-leading manufacturing organization. Candidates must have prior Accounts Payable experience within the manufacturing industry.

The Interim Accounts Payable Manager will oversee a high-volume AP function, lead a team of five direct reports, and manage invoice processing, vendor payments, month-end close, controls, and process improvements. This role requires a strong understanding of Accounts Payable operations specifically within a manufacturing environment, as well as hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud ERP.

This is a three-month, 100% remote contract position paying $60-$70/hour, depending on experience. Candidates located in New England or the Tri-State area are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day Accounts Payable operations within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Manage, mentor, and provide oversight to a team of five Accounts Payable professionals.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and vendor payments.
• Oversee month-end AP close activities, including reconciliations, accruals, and liability reviews.
• Partner with Procurement, Finance, and operational teams to resolve invoice, purchase order, and payment discrepancies.
• Maintain appropriate internal controls and ensure AP processes comply with established policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve controls, and increase processing efficiency.
• Support Accounts Payable activities within Oracle Cloud ERP and help optimize system usage.
• Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
• Assist with additional accounting initiatives and departmental projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including responsibility for high-volume AP operations.
• Manufacturing industry Accounts Payable experience is required.
• Prior experience managing an Accounts Payable team with multiple direct reports.
• Hands-on Oracle Cloud ERP experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of invoice processing, vendor payments, reconciliations, accruals, internal controls, and month-end close.
• Experience resolving complex invoice, purchasing, and vendor-related issues in a large or complex organization.
• Demonstrated ability to improve Accounts Payable processes, controls, and workflows.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to commit to the full three-month contract engagement.

For immediate consideration, interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to Jackson at jnichols@daleyaa.com

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