Manager, Accounts Payable - Professional Service Industries Inc

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 43,000 people in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Intertek Total Quality Assurance expertise, delivered consistently with precision, pace and passion, enabling our customers to power ahead safely.

Intertek is looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to join our Building and Construction team in Arlington Heights, IL.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer, Building and Construction, and is responsible for the Accounts Payable function delivered by a Shared Services Center with on and offsite employees, as well as outsourced staff. Primary responsibilities include managing the daily activities for accounts payable, developing efficient and cost-effective processes, and ensuring adherence to strong internal controls. The position is an integral member of the Finance team.

The role functions in an automated environment handling issues as they pertain to voucher entry, payment processing, purchase order requests, and any accounts payable related project or requests. This position will work with internal vendors, external vendors, customers, and employees.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO ON THE JOB:

• Manage & oversee all aspects of the accounts payable cycle;
• Liaise with Procurement and Purchasing team to ensure maximization of the company's cash flow with proper oversight to vendor terms;
• Prepare weekly cash flow forecast for cash disbursements;
• Ensure all accounts payable disbursements are approved according to company policy;
• Prepare monthly expense accrual journal entries as needed;
• Optimize ERP system capabilities with automation and template voucher creation
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly and year end closing process;
• Assist in reconciliation and review of all accounts payable related balance sheet accounts monthly;
• Coordinate annual 1099 processing;
• Collaborate with other finance department managers to support overall goals and objectives;
• Maintain visibility with non-finance employees and establish consistent communication methods to reinforce existing policies and relay any changes;
• Perform monthly reviews, as defined, on travel and expense report submissions to ensure adherence to company policy. Provide results to agreed-upon recipients;
• Manage the personnel functions of the team including scheduling, staffing, performance management, and skill development;
• Perform other duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting, or equivalent in experience with technical degree or certification;
• Minimum 3-5 years of Accounts Payable experience;
• At least 1-2 years of managerial experience;
• Solid working knowledge of ERP systems & reporting tools (SAP, Oracle, etc.);
• PeopleSoft and Lawson experience is a big plus;
• Experience working in a Business Process Outsourcing context (i.e. managing an outsourced or remote team) is a plus;
• Experience working in a shared services environment and working with multi-site personnel;
• Experience in vendor interface, issues resolution, process analysis and issue root cause analysis;
• Experience of coaching others in business processes; helping others to develop their knowledge.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Hands-on orientation - The Company has a hands-on, problem solving, team culture. It is essential that the individual have the ability to go in and solve problems, coach & influence others to step up and continue the process;
• Excellent Management Skills - An individual that has the ability to inspire others within the company; someone with a "roll up the sleeves" approach to getting things done;
• Team Player - Desired qualities include strong customer service identification and the ability to work effectively in a team;
• Ethics - Must have the highest ethics standards for self and others;
• Knowledge of Accounts Payable, Disbursements, and Purchasing processes;
• Demonstrates full competence of PTP process area. Knowledge of the end-to-end PTP process will be required, including touch points to other organizational processes, e.g. Purchasing;
• Accounting or Finance related degree is a plus;
• Excellent analytical skills using tools and techniques to identify issues and trends in data;
• Independent problem-solver/decision-maker that works without significant guidance;
• Able to identify root causes of issues and develop solutions to resolve issues efficiently;
• Demonstrates good organizational skills.

Why work at Intertek?

PSI, an Intertek Company, is a leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification) Services. We are able to provide the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on-site. From testing, inspection and certification services to building sciences solutions, the company delivers Total Quality Assurance to the built environment.

Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do .

What we have to offer:
When Working with Intertek , you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeoc.data@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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CA-CL1Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.