Room & Board – Accounts Payable Manager – Golden Valley, MN

Job title: Accounts Payable Manager Company: Room & Board Job description: Our accounting team has grown and they are looking for a new leader! In this newly created role as an Accounts Payable Manager, you will lead a team of three tenured AP/AR specialists who are dedicated to providing superior customer service to internal and external business partners. You will appreciate knowing our environment is more heads up and engaged with the business and the team partners closely with their finance peers in the analysis and distribution of financial information. As a hands-on leader, you bring an energy and passion for accounting yet thrive in leading high-performing teams. Work Location: We offer a hybrid work schedule with 3 days per week in the office (Tuesday-Thursday) and 2 days WFH (Monday & Friday). You’ll share your passion and talents with us in the following ways: Accounts Payable Manager Lead and inspire a team of three AP/AR Specialists responsible for the centralized accounts payable function. In addition, the team provides financial oversight, reporting and analysis of accounts receivable balances. * Collaborate with 5-person Finance team to complete month- & year-end close processes accurately and on time. Build relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve problems that support the financial health of the business. * to identify and execute best practices. Ensure the input, approval and processing of vendor invoices, return to vendor documentation, staff member expense reports, new vendor set up, and the weekly payment runs including check, ACH, and wires. Complete daily reconciliation of banking activity, credit cards, financing programs, and gift cards. Provide financial oversight, reporting and analysis or accounts receivable balances each month. (Our locations independently review and collect accounts receivable balances each month). * Pull data to fulfill external audit requests. Complete and file all 1099’s annually. * Ensure a strong system of internal controls in all accounts receivable and accounts payable processes. • Identify, lead and insure best practices and process improvements related to the A/R & A/P area including ongoing system implementations and upgrades. As an experienced Accounts Payable Manager, you'll bring the following qualifications & experience: Accounts Payable Manager 4+ years practical A/R & A/P experience Minimum of 5 years in similar role that includes leading a team of professionals BS in Accounting or Finance preferred Strong working knowledge with enterprise-level accounting software (e.g. SAP or similar system) and AP routing/approval systems Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; confidence in interacting with external and internal partners in a knowledgeable and helpful manner * Detail oriented, with strong analytic and problem-solving skills A self-starter with the ability to work efficiently and with minimal supervision Strong organizational skills Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite What you can expect: Accounts Payable Manager • This role belongs to a broader 15± person Finance & Accounting team that collectively, manages the accounting functions, produces the monthly financial reporting packages and also plays a vital role in protecting the company’s intellectual and physical assets. They identify core measures that are fundamental to understanding the health of our business allowing us to be nimble as we adjust our plans and attain successful outcomes. • As a private (S Corporation) company that isn’t bound to all the public company regulatory reviews, audits, bank examinations or SEC reporting, you’ll enjoy more opportunity to focus on strategy and building plans that drive business success. • We’re rooted in philosophies, not rules, so you are empowered to make decisions. Our collaborative spirit leaves little room for bureaucracy and cumbersome rules; instead we keep it simple, take accountability, solve problems and ultimately trust others to do the right thing. • Our progressive benefits go beyond the basics of health insurance and vacation to support you physically, emotionally and financially. You’ll receive a strong competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including three weeks of paid vacation, generous 401(k) match, profit sharing, and several perks. To view all benefits offered by Room & Board, please visit: Room & Board is a place where people can flourish because they can be themselves. We celebrate our difference, including our beliefs and cultural traditions as well as all of the life experiences that define us. We build common ground through understanding and shared experiences. We're better together! Salary USD $75,000.00 Expected salary: $75000 per year Location: Golden Valley, MN Apply for the job now! Apply tot his job