Accounts Payable Manager - Downtown Brooklyn

Brooklyn, New York Temporary USD36 - USD44 per hour View Job Description
The AP Manager will oversee accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy and timely payments. This role supports the Accounting & Finance team in Brooklyn, contributing to efficient financial operations.
  • Lead and develop a team while owning the AP function
  • Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote in Brooklyn

About Our Client

An experienced Accounts Payable Manager is needed to oversee full-cycle AP operations, lead a team of two, and manage vendor payments within a highly cash-conscious environment. This role will partner closely with Finance and Accounting leadership to support cash flow management, internal controls, and process improvements.

Job Description

  • Manage all aspects of the accounts payable function
  • Oversee full-cycle invoice processing and payment operations
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop two Accounts Payable team members
  • Review and approve invoices, employee expenses, and payment runs
  • Prioritize vendor payments based on organizational cash flow needs
  • Manage vendor relationships and resolve payment-related issues
  • Oversee vendor onboarding and maintenance
  • Monitor vendor ageing reports and payment schedules
  • Support cash flow forecasting and payment planning
  • Assist with month-end close and audit preparation
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures
  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency
  • Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, Payroll, and Operational teams

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 7-12 years of Accounts Payable and/or Accounting experience
  • Experience managing full-cycle Accounts Payable operations
  • Strong understanding of cash flow management and payment prioritization
  • Experience managing vendor relationships and payment schedules
  • ERP system experience required
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous supervisory or management experience
  • Nonprofit industry experience
  • Experience working within cash-conscious environments
  • Experience with Net 60 and Net 90 payment terms
  • Experience with:
    • Sage Intacct
    • Bill.com
    • Expensify

What's on Offer

  • Leadership opportunity with direct team management responsibilities
  • Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility
  • Highly visible position within the Finance team
  • Opportunity to influence processes and operational improvements
  • Collaborative and mission-driven work environment
  • Immediate opportunity to make an impact



Contact
Sarah Richards
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7069179

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Accounts Payable
Industry
Not For Profit
Where
Brooklyn
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Sarah Richards
Job Reference
JN-072026-7069179
 

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