Accounts Payable Manager

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Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all accounts payable activities to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of vendor invoices and payments. This role manages the North American A/P team, maintains strong internal controls, drives process improvements, supports month-end close activities, and develops relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Key Performance Objectives

Short Term: (0 to 3 months)

• Learn Kimball philosophies to understand our financial policies, processes, and priorities of focus for A/P
• Begin building relationships with the A/P Team, business unit Finance Teams, and the Corporate Finance team
• Learn SAP System and navigation
• Process payment runs & develop understanding of vendor payment schedule
• Understand approval workflows, vendor setup controls, payment processes, and escalation procedures
• Reconcile key A/P accounts and monitor aging reports

Midterm: (3 to 6 months)

• Ensure vendor master data integrity and compliance
• Build strong relationships with internal customers and external suppliers
• Coordinate month-end accruals and closing activities related to accounts payable
• Develop an understanding of Kimball’s various integrated processes:
  • Internal Orders (ZCAP, ZTOL, ZTRV, ZSTA, ZPH)
  • 4-blocks
  • Fixed Assets
  • Consignment inventory

Long Term: (6 to 12 months and beyond)

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and standardization
• Develop and maintain process documentation and training materials
• Support acquisitions, integrations, and system implementations
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements
• Lead, develop, and mentor the Accounts Payable team
• Oversee invoice processing, payment execution, expense reports, and vendor maintenance activities
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve escalated issues
• Support efforts to standardize best practices between our A/P teams in North America, Europe, and Asia, in preparation for implementation of a global solution

Basic Background Requirements

This position will require:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

• 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience preferred
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing or shared services environment preferred
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP preferred

• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and internal controls
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial close procedures
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
• Continuous improvement mindset with attention to detail

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Kimball Solutions we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

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