Our client, in the manufacturing industry in the Northwest side of Tucson, is in need for an Accounts Payable Manager to join their team on a contract basis, to help set in processes and guidelines for the department as the company grows. This role is centered on strengthening accounts payable operations by assessing current practices, identifying opportunities for improvement, and establishing clear, consistent procedures for the team. The selected consultant will serve as a process-focused leader who provides direction, documentation, and practical recommendations rather than handling day-to-day invoice processing directly.

Responsibilities:

• Review existing accounts payable activities to identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and opportunities to improve consistency across the function.
• Advise the AP team on stronger operational practices, helping create a more organized and scalable workflow as the company continues to expand.
• Develop a comprehensive procedures manual that outlines responsibilities, approval paths, and standard methods for core payable tasks.
• Recommend process enhancements related to invoice coding, payment scheduling, check runs, and ACH transactions to support accuracy and timeliness.
• Partner with stakeholders to align accounts payable workflows so team members follow shared standards and expectations.
• Evaluate current approval and documentation practices and introduce practical guidance that supports smoother execution of AP responsibilities.
• Provide leadership-level input on process design without taking ownership of routine transaction processing.
• Help establish repeatable workflows that improve efficiency, support team accountability, and position the department for continued growth.