We are looking for an AP/AR Manager to support and strengthen daily accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Westlake, Ohio. This position will play a central role in accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and selected close-related activities while helping improve workflows across the function. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel skills, practical experience guiding a small team, and a proactive approach to building efficient, scalable financial processes.
Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing to maintain timely and accurate financial processing.
- Supervise and support a small team, including assigning work, monitoring performance metrics, assisting with hiring efforts, and providing training and coaching.
- Review invoice processing and payment workflows, including three-way matching, to strengthen accuracy and internal control.
- Oversee corporate card administration and related documentation to ensure expenses are recorded and reconciled properly.
- Contribute to monthly close support by preparing account information, assisting with reconciliations, and helping maintain reporting accuracy.
- Develop and refine administrative and accounting procedures that improve consistency, efficiency, and accountability across the department.
- Partner with stakeholders to introduce new tools, software enhancements, and practical automation opportunities using Excel, AI, and system integrations.
- Track operational performance through KPIs and recommend process improvements that support continuous improvement goals.
- Assist with financial reporting activities by organizing records and providing dependable transactional and summary data for leadership review.