SR. ACCOUNTING MANAGER - ACCOUNTS PAYABLECREDIT

Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) is a fully integrated retail, foodservice and private label producer of fresh and processed meats based in Delphi, Indiana. Since the start of operations in 1991, we have experienced rapid growth from a single pork processing company into a multi-plant diversified producer of fresh and processed meats, with locations throughout America’s Heartland and revenues of approximately $1.5B. We are best known for our national brand Kentucky Legend (the best-selling boneless ham brand in the United States) as well as several well-known regional brands, including Indiana Kitchen, Fischer’s, Field, Mickelberry’s, Kentuckian Gold, and Scott Pete. We now have processing facilities in Frankfort, Indiana; Holland, Michigan; and Owensboro, Kentucky.
We value diversity, innovation, collaboration and those passionate about their jobs. We support our team members by offering a total rewards package, including competitive pay, three different medical care plans (two with company-funded health savings accounts), pharmacy, dental, and vision plans, a retirement/401K (with 50% match on team members’ contributions up to 8%), a competitive paid time off program, educational assistance, and numerous advancement opportunities. With more than 3,100 team members located across 14 different states, we are a big company with a small company culture.
Indiana Packers Corporation is in Delphi, Indiana, just 15 minutes away from the greater Lafayette/West Lafayette area, home of Purdue University.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Accounts Payable and Credit Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the full cycle of accounts payable and credit management processes. This individual ensures the integrity of financial operations, manages vendor relationships, drives process improvements, and safeguards the company’s credit risk exposure. The ideal candidate brings over 10 years of progressive experience in finance with a strong background in accounts payable (AP) operations, credit risk evaluation, and team leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit management or financial risk management; plus 3+ years in a management position with direct reports.
• Industry experience with manufacturing organizations greater than 1 billion dollars in revenue. CPG or food and beverage preferred.
• Strong leadership, team management, and team building skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced data analysis tools.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Detail oriented, organized, and skilled at navigating complex situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  Other Duties: Please note, this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
  Physical Demands:The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an team member to successfully perform the essential function of this job. The team member is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 90 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Lead and manage the end-to-end AP process, including invoice processing, payment runs, vendor maintenance, and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close activities related to AP.
• Implement process improvements to optimize payment cycles and minimize errors.
• Maintain positive vendor relationships and resolve payment discrepancies promptly.
• Develop and enforce credit policies and procedures to minimize risk and improve cash flow.
• Review and approve credit applications, establish credit limits, and monitor customer creditworthiness.
• Collaborate with Sales and Customer Service teams on credit terms and risk management.
• Manage collections and aged receivables to ensure timely payment and reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding).
• Partner with legal or collections agencies as needed for delinquent accounts.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AP specialists and credit analysts.
• Serve as a business partner to cross-functional teams, including Procurement, Sales, and Legal.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to monitor AP and credit health.
• Assist in audits (internal and external) and ensure compliance with SOX or other applicable standards.
• Drive systems enhancements and help implement finance technology tools (e.g., ERP, automation platforms).
• Oversee the maintenance and optimization of AP/AR systems and software, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.