Accounts Payable Manager at VanTran Industries Inc.

Waco, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Payable, Three-Way Matching, Team Management, ERP Systems, GL Coding, Vendor Management, Month-End Close, Accruals, Purchase Order Processing, Internal Controls, Excel, Financial Reporting

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Description The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for overseeing and actively participating in the full-cycle accounts payable function within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role ensures accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, with a strong emphasis on purchase order (PO) processing and three-way matching (PO, receipt, invoice). The position supervises a team AP specialists while serving as a hands-on contributor to daily operations, process improvements, and internal controls. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management • Supervise, train, and mentor a team Accounts Payable staff • Assign and review daily workload to ensure timely invoice processing and payments • Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback • Serve as escalation point for complex vendor or invoice issues Accounts Payable Operations (Hands-On) • Actively process invoices, including high-volume PO and non-PO invoices • Ensure accurate three-way match between purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices • Review and approve invoice coding, ensuring proper GL allocation • Manage vendor payment runs (ACH, wire, check) and ensure adherence to payment terms • Resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing issues, and quantity mismatches Purchase Order & Manufacturing Focus • Partner with procurement, receiving, and production teams to ensure PO accuracy • Monitor and enforce compliance with PO policies and approval workflows • Investigate and resolve issues related to: • Partial receipts • Over/under shipments • Price variances • Support month-end accruals for goods received but not invoiced (GR/IR) Controls, Compliance & Process Improvement • Maintain strong internal controls over AP processes • Ensure compliance with company policies, audit requirements, and SOX (if applicable) • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy • Drive automation and system enhancements within AP workflows Vendor Management • Maintain positive vendor relationships and resolve inquiries promptly • Oversee vendor master data accuracy and onboarding processes • Monitor aging reports and manage past-due balances Reporting & Close Support • Prepare AP aging, accruals, and other reporting as needed • Support month-end and year-end close processes • Assist with audits by providing documentation and explanations Qualifications Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) • 5+ years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably in manufacturing • 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience • Strong experience with purchase order-based AP and three-way matching Technical Skills • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) • Strong understanding of: • PO lifecycle • Inventory and receiving processes • GL coding and accruals • Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups preferred) Soft Skills • Hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly organized • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Disclaimer: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Forgent Power reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description as needed. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Forgent Power is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. #LI-KW1

Responsibilities

Oversee the full-cycle accounts payable function in a high-volume manufacturing environment, focusing on PO processing and three-way matching. Supervise a team of AP specialists while managing vendor payments, internal controls, and month-end accruals.