Accounts Payable Manager
Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
8 September 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline:
6 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Accounts Payable (A/P) Manager
Location: Houston TX Onsite 3 days remote 2 days per week
About the Company:
The company operates a fleet of U.S.-flagged heavy-lift vessels delivering complex cargo solutions for government and commercial clients across the globe. Headquartered in Houston the company supports high-stakes logistics and transportation projects with precision and compliance.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the full-cycle accounts payable function. The A/P Manager will lead the team responsible for invoice processing vendor management payment execution and month-end close. This role will drive process improvements ensure internal controls are met and support financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
Location: Houston TX Onsite 3 days remote 2 days per week
About the Company:
The company operates a fleet of U.S.-flagged heavy-lift vessels delivering complex cargo solutions for government and commercial clients across the globe. Headquartered in Houston the company supports high-stakes logistics and transportation projects with precision and compliance.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the full-cycle accounts payable function. The A/P Manager will lead the team responsible for invoice processing vendor management payment execution and month-end close. This role will drive process improvements ensure internal controls are met and support financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the daily operations of the Accounts Payable team
- Oversee timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices PO matching and payment runs
- Ensure compliance with internal policies tax regulations and contractual obligations
- Maintain vendor relationships resolve escalated issues and oversee vendor onboarding and compliance (W-9s 1099s)
- Review and approve journal entries account reconciliations and A/P accruals
- Manage A/P reporting metrics and month-end close processes
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives including automation and system enhancements
- Collaborate with Procurement Operations and Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely expense recognition
- Serve as the subject matter expert for the Workday A/P module; support configuration and system updates as needed
- Support internal and external audits including SOX compliance and audit documentation
- 5 years of progressive accounts payable experience
- 1 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role
- Deep knowledge of A/P best practices vendor compliance and financial controls
- Proven experience managing a high-volume multi-entity A/P environment
- Workday Financials experience strongly preferred
- Prior experience in maritime logistics or government contracting environments is a plus
Required Experience:
Manager