We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead daily payables operations for an import/export organization based in Middlesex County, New Jersey. This Contract position is ideal for a finance specialist who can guide a team, strengthen vendor partnerships, and ensure invoice and payment activity is handled with accuracy and consistency. The role will play a key part in maintaining compliance, supporting closing activities, and improving overall efficiency across the accounts payable function.

Responsibilities:

• Direct end-to-end accounts payable activities, including invoice review, coding, payment scheduling, and vendor account reconciliation.
• Supervise and mentor accounts payable team members, promoting strong performance, process accuracy, and adherence to established procedures.
• Authorize payment batches, ACH transactions, check runs, wire activity, and other disbursements while maintaining appropriate financial controls.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, vendor concerns, and matching exceptions by partnering with purchasing, receiving, and operations teams.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and confirm that supporting documentation and approvals are complete before payment is released.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close by preparing reconciliations, supporting accrual entries, and responding to audit-related requests.
• Monitor prepaid inventory and intercompany payable balances to help ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Track cash needs related to payables and assist finance leadership with cash planning and related oversight.
• Support compliance with applicable reporting and regulatory requirements while preparing accounts payable metrics and analysis for management review.
• Recommend and implement improvements that streamline workflows, reduce payment errors, and strengthen overall accounts payable operations