Accounts Payable Manager

Salary: $90,000–$108,000 annually
Location: Culver City, CA (Onsite)
Reports To: CFO

NOW CFO is conducting a private search on behalf of a growing organization in the healthcare/recovery services sector. We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This role is critical in leading a high-performing accounts payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, and maintaining strong financial controls.

About the Role

The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the full accounts payable function for multiple entities, managing a team of up to 20 staff members. This position is responsible for implementing efficient processes, maintaining accurate records, and supporting senior leadership with reporting, compliance, and vendor management. Prior experience in the healthcare or healthcare/recovery services industry is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor an accounts payable team of up to 20 employees, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

• Oversee invoice processing, payment approvals, vendor reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.

• Develop and maintain streamlined AP processes, procedures, and workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and implement development plans to support career growth.

• Resolve escalated vendor issues and act as the primary point of contact for vendor relationships.

• Collaborate with Finance and Accounting leadership to support reporting, forecasting, and audits.

• Prepare and present regular AP reports, including cash flow projections, payment aging, and process KPIs.

• Manage system implementations, process improvements, and automation initiatives within AP.

• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Prior experience in the healthcare or healthcare/recovery services industry.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).

• 4+ years of accounts payable experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, AP processes, and internal controls.

• Proven leadership experience managing large teams and fostering a collaborative work environment.

• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, ERP systems, or similar).

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in healthcare, recovery services, or multi-entity organizations.

• Experience with ERP system implementations or AP automation tools.

• Process improvement or Lean/Six Sigma experience.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.

• Occasional lifting or moving of office materials.

• Fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and handling multiple priorities.

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