Accounts Payable (A/P) Manager

at  Gray Reed McGraw

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Legal industry, or comparable Professional Services Company

JOB DESCRIPTION

Gray Reed currently has an immediate opening for an Accounts Payable Manager. The A/P Manager will be a member of the Finance & Accounting staff and will report directly to the Accounting Manager with a dotted line to the Controller.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable
Experience in a law firm or professional services firm preferred
Experience with Aderant accounting software preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Must have knowledge of accounts payable processes, procedures and controls.
Professional, diplomatic, and strong interpersonal skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Attention to detail.
Great organizational skills.
Personality and ability to interact with numerous individuals via email, telephone and in person.
Exercise judgment in making decisions in adherence to policies, procedures, and practices.
Must be able to adhere to Firm’s guidelines.

Manage the process of payments to external vendors.
Manage the process of expense reimbursements to attorneys and staff.
Manage and audit p-card expenses of select staff and departments.
Assist with accounting-side payroll, coordinating with human resources.
Coordinate with vendor and contracts team to set up vendors and maintain vendor compliance
Implement and maintain controls and compliance.
Research and analyze vendor inquiries and send reports when needed.
Handle all special requests for information or assistance regarding accounts payable.
Ensure A/P clerks properly codes firm payables using G/L chart of accounts.
Oversee client disbursements entries in Aderant.
Manage process improvement plans to streamline A/P.
Maintain the A/P process model.
Maintain expert proficiency in Aderant Accounts Payable system
Manage A/P reports and reporting requirements
Analyze spending with contract and vendor team and provide insights and analysis
Other duties as assigned by Management.