University of Massachusetts · 2 days ago
Accounts Payable Manager
Shrewsbury, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Massachusetts is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead the Accounts Payable department. This role involves managing resources, implementing process improvements, and ensuring compliance while providing high-quality service to clients.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Effectively manage, support, & provide guidance around the resource requirements of the Accounts Payable team
Create and maintain an engaging, collaborative, agile, customer-focused work environment
Accountable to deliver on the departmental strategic objectives that were identified, delivered, and approved by the DCPO and CPO
Responsible for identifying and implementing process improvements throughout all aspects of the AP function
Ensure all aspects of the Accounts Payable function are focused on providing customer care while delivering expert administrative services within timelines and quality standards
Mindful of technological opportunities in the AP industry, understanding the requirement for automation and efficiency when applicable to improve overall, long-term performance and success of the department
Responsible to leadership to be able to always identify and report on the status and performance of the accounts payable function
Enable operational excellence through the analysis of performance metrics and sustained continuous improvement initiatives
Examine all strategic and operational tasks within Accounts Payable to ensure efficiency is maximized
Proactively monitor customer feedback / escalated issues and ensure delivery of business results
Lead the development and support of the UPST strategic short- and long-term strategic goals for the Accounts Payable team
Work in partnership with the various departments within the UPST to develop appropriate standard reports for service management and performance management tracking
Participate in respective governing body meetings and encourage constructive feedback as requested by the Deputy Chief Procurement Officer
Represent the UPST in matters of policy and/or process change that relate to accounts payable
Establish internal controls and procedures to protect the assets of the University
Ensure the integrity of departmental work
Evaluate workload and production statistics and take appropriate action when necessary
Establish and deliver on departmental goals, providing appropriate metric information on a scheduled basis to ensure we are meeting targets
Oversee the development of staff (and take corrective action as needed) to ensure adequate skills are available to most effectively and efficiently service the user community
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
5-7 years of professional experience directly related to accounts payable or procure to pay functions
2+ years of experience in managing accounts payable or related field
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar software
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills needed to present or communicate effectively with all levels of management
Preferred
MBA
Professional experience in a higher education institution
Experience in working in a continuous/process improvement-focused function
Experience working in a shared service environment
Prior experience working with PeopleSoft and Jaggaer
Company
University of Massachusetts
The University of Massachusetts is a five-campus public research university system renowned for the quality of its academic programs, the scope and excellence of its research, and the strength of its public service mission.
Founded in 1863Boston, Massachusetts, US
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rick Cote
Chief Technology Officer
Michael P. Milligan
Vice President & Chief Information Officer
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