<p>Our client, a well-established and growing organization in Hartselle, Alabama, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead and optimize their accounts payable operations. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys leading teams, improving processes, and partnering across departments in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience, a solid accounting foundation, and the ability to drive efficiency while maintaining accuracy and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Summary</p><p>The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the full accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments while maintaining strong internal controls and vendor relationships. This role will manage and mentor the AP team, support process improvement initiatives, and collaborate closely with accounting and finance leadership.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounts Payable Operations</p><ul><li>Oversee the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding, approvals, payment processing, and vendor reconciliations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate payment processing while maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures</li><li>Monitor invoice workflows and resolve discrepancies efficiently</li></ul><p>Team Leadership & Development</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the accounts payable team</li><li>Conduct training, performance evaluations, and ongoing coaching to support team success and operational efficiency</li><li>Foster a collaborative and customer-service-oriented team environment</li></ul><p>Vendor Relations</p><ul><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers</li><li>Address vendor inquiries and resolve payment or account discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records and documentation</li></ul><p>Compliance & Controls</p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal financial controls</li><li>Support internal and external audit requests related to accounts payable activities</li><li>Oversee the annual 1099 process, including reporting accuracy and vendor compliance</li></ul><p>Process Improvement</p><ul><li>Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and workflow processes within the AP function</li><li>Partner with leadership on system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Assist with ERP optimization and implementation efforts when applicable</li></ul><p>Reporting & Month-End Support</p><ul><li>Prepare and review AP aging reports, payment forecasts, and other financial reporting as needed</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes in collaboration with the accounting team</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Huntsville, Alabama on a Contract basis. This role will support core accounting operations, with a strong focus on closing activities, financial accuracy, and day-to-day transaction processing. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across the general ledger while helping maintain compliance and readiness for audit-related requests.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead month-end accounting activities, including preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping ensure timely financial close.<br>• Maintain accurate general ledger records by analyzing account activity and resolving discrepancies as they arise.<br>• Perform account and bank reconciliations to verify completeness, support reporting accuracy, and address outstanding items.<br>• Assist with audit readiness by organizing supporting documentation and responding to requests for financial records.<br>• Support compliance-related accounting tasks by following established policies, maintaining documentation, and promoting accurate reporting.<br>• Process accounts payable transactions, review invoices for accuracy, and help ensure timely payment handling.<br>• Support accounts receivable activities by tracking incoming payments, applying cash, and following up on unresolved items.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to reflect routine and adjusting transactions in the accounting records.