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Robert Half
AP/AR Manager
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Manager manages accounting staff with specific responsibility for maintaining records of accounts payable (company expenses or bills to be paid) and accounts receivable (outstanding invoices or amounts owed to a company). Uses specialized accounting software to create account databases and financial reports.
$103,312 / year median in Ohio
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Description 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. Requirements
- Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, or a closely related accounting support function.
- Strong Excel proficiency, including the ability to analyze data, organize reporting, and improve manual processes.
- Previous experience leading or coordinating the work of a small team, with exposure to training, performance oversight, or staff development.
- Working knowledge of three-way match procedures and standard invoice-to-payment controls.
- Familiarity with corporate card management, payment posting, and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Ability to support portions of the month-end close and contribute to routine financial reporting tasks.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a process improvement mindset and interest in using technology to enhance efficiency.