Manage the accounts payable function and team, oversee invoice processing and vendor payments, enforce financial controls, prepare reconciliations and reports, lead process improvements, and ensure compliance and documentation including annual 1099 issuance.
Howden Tiger is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital, & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service.
About Role
Position Overview: The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. This role involves managing a team of accounts payable clerks, implementing best practices for financial controls, and collaborating closely with other departments to support the company's financial goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Management:
- Supervise and mentor a team of accounts payable clerks.
- Provide training and support to team members to ensure accurate and efficient processing of transactions.
- Conduct performance evaluations and implement development plans for staff.
- Invoice Processing:
- Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice receipt, validation, approval, and payment.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and accounting standards.
- Vendor Relations:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to vendor invoices or payments in a timely manner.
- Financial Controls:
- Enforce internal controls and procedures to safeguard company assets.
- Prepare and review reports related to accounts payable and provide insights to management.
- Reporting and Reconciliation:
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts payable reports.
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve any discrepancies.
- Annual 1099 prep and issuance.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify and recommend improvements to existing accounts payable processes and systems.
- Lead initiatives to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Compliance and Documentation:
- Ensure all accounts payable activities comply with company policies and relevant regulations.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of accounts payable transactions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Proven experience (5+ years) in accounts payable or a related financial role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial position.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and accounts payable processes.
- Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
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