MANAGER, AP/AR

Job Title

Lead transformation across AR/AP operations and automation.

High visibility partnership with finance leadership.

Job Description

Lead the day-to-day Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions, overseeing a team of onshore and offshore professionals responsible for high-volume transaction processing.

Manage and develop AR and AP staff, providing guidance, accountability, and support while ensuring timely and accurate execution of core processes.

Review and oversee invoice processing, vendor payments, collections activities, account reconciliations, and issue resolution for escalated matters.

Drive improvements across AR and AP operations by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce manual processes, and enhance efficiency through automation and emerging technologies.

Partner closely with Finance leadership on cash flow management, working capital initiatives, reporting, and business process improvements.

Monitor aging reports, deductions, chargebacks, collections performance, and vendor balances to ensure issues are identified and resolved proactively.

Build strong cross-functional relationships with Finance, Accounting, Sales, Customer Service, and other business partners to support operational objectives.

Provide analysis and reporting related to receivables, payables, cash management, and operational performance.

Serve as a key resource for broader business initiatives and special projects, supporting organizational growth and process transformation efforts.

Operate with a high degree of independence, exercising sound judgment and partnering effectively with senior finance leadership to drive results.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.

6+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including hands-on responsibility for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, credit, collections, cash management, or related functions.

Proven experience leading, developing, and managing teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Experience overseeing or partnering with offshore teams and shared services organizations is highly preferred.

Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills, with advanced Excel proficiency and experience performing reconciliations and financial analysis.

Working knowledge of collections, deductions, chargebacks, disputes, vendor payments, aging reports, and working capital management.

Experience identifying and implementing process improvements, automation initiatives, workflow enhancements, or system efficiencies within AR/AP operations.

Familiarity with ERP systems, customer portals, and accounts receivable/payable automation tools.

Experience supporting large retail, e-commerce, or consumer products environments, including exposure to major customers such as Amazon, Target, Ulta, or similar national accounts, is a plus.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Accounting, Sales, Customer Service, and executive leadership teams.

Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to prioritize competing demands, operate independently, and drive results with minimal oversight.

Demonstrated success improving collections performance, deduction management, invoice processing, vendor onboarding, payment controls, or other transactional finance processes.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $125,000 annually.

Comprehensive standard benefits package.