Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time 18 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Qualifications Accounting systems Oracle Operations management Customer service Bachelor's degree in finance Collaborating with government agencies Mid-level Improving operational efficiency Bachelor's degree in business administration Finance Invoice payment processing Supervising experience Policy & process development Financial operations management Bachelor's degree Managing accounting teams Infor Accounting and finance experience Business Administration Bachelor's degree in accounting Financial audit support Business 2 years Accounting Software training Hospital experience Lawson Financial compliance Staff development Performance evaluation Full Job Description Syracuse Management & Professional Full-time Opening on: Apr 3 2026 Accounts Payable State of New York Senior Staff Assistant, NSSL3 88620 UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

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Job Summary:

The Manager of Accounts Payable provides leadership for the daily operational oversight of the Travel, Employee Reimbursement, and Research Foundation payables confirming compliance with the laws of the State of New York and Policies of the Research Foundation. Ensures the staff is highly productive by utilizing efficient industry practices. Reporting to the Director of Accounts Payable, this position provides coverage in the absence of the Director. Manages, sets goals, provides vision and evaluates progress for daily operations and specialty projects. Provides guidance to all levels of staff. This includes prioritizing and overseeing the daily work functions of professional and clerical support staff positions. Oversees performance management including performance reviews, counseling, and disciplinary action. Assists the Director with development and provides training on new policies and procedures. Oversee training of staff members in all aspects of the payment process to promote a solid understanding of the procedures. Provide guidance and instruction to staff to ensure a strong competency in understanding the use of the Oracle and

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systems. Support the needs of the Upstate community with excellent customer service. Ensure invoices and employee reimbursements are paid accurately and timely. Responds to auditor requests for documents, provides reports to Director, and ensures all monthly, quarterly, and annual processes are completed by deadlines. Consults with officials of the Office of the State Comptroller, Research Foundation, SUNY Central Administration, Department of Taxation & Finance for assistance and clarification of procedures and policies. Communicates with campus departments as needed to ensure outstanding payment issues are resolved in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree and two years of related supervisory experience in a high invoice volume setting required. Must be detailed oriented. Strong communications skills required to interact with auditors, staff and Hospital departments.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance. Competency and experience with using Infor Lawson's automated three-way match processing. Experience with the Oracle and SUNY Financial System and its requirements for interfacing. Experienced with Excel, WORD and automated Accounts Payable information systems. Experience managing a high-volume Accounts Payable department in a Hospital setting. Managing staff of five or more employees. Familiar with Three Way Match processes.

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Human Resources We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.