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Accounts Payable Manager

Vaco
$50.00 - $60.00 / hr
United States, California, Los Angeles
Jul 09, 2026
Vaco Los Angeles is partnering with a well-established client to identify an experienced Accounts Payable Manager with SAP expertise. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing high-volume AP operations while driving process improvements. This role can pay up to $60/hr andneeds someone to come on-site for training in Los Angeles, CA. SAP experience is a must. Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable department. Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment runs (ACH, wire, and check), vendor setup, and account reconciliations. Supervise, mentor, and develop the AP team to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely processing. Review invoice coding, approvals, and payment batches within SAP. Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards. Resolve complex vendor issues and maintain strong vendor relationships. Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and 1099 reporting. Partner with Purchasing, Accounting, and Finance to improve AP processes and optimize workflows. Identify opportunities for automation and continuous process improvement. Prepare AP reporting and metrics for leadership. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, including 2+ years of management or supervisory experience. Hands-on experience using SAP for accounts payable processing is required. Strong knowledge of full-cycle AP, month-end close, and internal controls. Experience managing high-volume invoice processing in a multi-entity environment. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP preferred). Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience with electronic invoicing, OCR, and AP automation tools. Experience with ACH, wire transfers, and international payments. Manufacturing, distribution, or consumer products industry experience is a plus. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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