Salary Range: $125,000.00 - $135,000.00 Annually
Accounts Payable Manager
Lead Our Accounts Payable Function to ExcellencePosition Overview
Parksite and Atlantic Plywood Corporation are seeking an experienced and dynamic Accounts Payable Manager to lead our Accounts Payable Team. This critical leadership role combines strategic thinking with hands-on process expertise, overseeing daily payable activities, team development, vendor management, and continuous process improvement. If you're a results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact on our growing organization.
Why Join Our Leadership Team?
Lead in an Employee-Owned Company
Make strategic decisions that directly impact company success
Build and develop your own team in a growing organization
Real ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Your leadership drives both team success and personal financial growth
Competitive Leadership Compensation & Benefits
Salaried position with competitive compensation
401(k) Program with company match
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Plans
Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Performance-based incentives tied to operational excellence
Bonus opportunities for achieving safety, efficiency, and team development goals
Professional Growth & Development
Partner with senior logistics managers to develop strategic initiatives
Exposure to advanced warehouse management systems and technologies
Leadership training and professional development opportunities
Clear pathway to Logistics Manager and Operations Director roles
Continuous learning in Six Sigma and process improvement methodologies
What You'll Do
The Accounts Payable Manager oversees the Accounts Payable department, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments while leading process improvements and vendor relationship management.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership: Lead and manage the accounts payable team, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to ensure high performance and professional development.
Process Management: Oversee the daily operations of the accounts payable department, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Invoice Processing: Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments while resolving discrepancies and issues as they arise.
Vendor Relations: Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to optimize payment processes and negotiate favorable terms.
Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial reports related to accounts payable, providing insights to senior management for decision-making.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and automation to improve efficiency and reduce costs within the accounts payable function.
Metrics Management: ensure we have in place or develop the proper tools and metrics to measure individual and team performance
Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as purchasing and finance, to ensure alignment and compliance with organizational goals.
What You BringRequired Qualifications:
Experience & Education
Minimum 10 years Accounts Payable management experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
Proven track record of leading teams in fast faced environment
Demonstrated success in achieving operational and financial goals and driving results
Leadership Competencies
Strong leadership skills with ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams
Change agent mindset with ability to drive process improvements
Relationship-building expertise at all organizational levels
Lives Integrity - acts with honesty and builds trust
Inspires Achievement - motivates others to excel
Delivers Results - consistently meets and exceeds goals
Excels in Customer Service - puts customers first
Drives Excellence - pursues continuous improvement
Creates Inclusion - builds diverse, collaborative teams
Essential Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization
Strong business acumen with ability to understand strategy and convert to tactical execution
Effective listening skills and ability to provide clear, concise direction
Project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple priorities
Financial acumen and budget management experience
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Proficiency with computer systems including Microsoft Office Suite
Technical Requirements
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Infor, SAP, or similar)
Familiarity with implementation of workflow automation
Experience with vendor relationship management
Understanding of financial management principles
Familiarity with travel and expense management systems
Experienced in converting a decentralized to a centralized team.
Work Environment
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
In-office role
Standard business hours with occasional extended hours during month-end close or audit periods.
Collaboration with field teams and periodic travel to branch locations as needed.
About Our CompaniesParksite
Parksite is a premier sales, marketing, and distribution company serving the building industry with a focus on both interior and exterior products. We supply top fabricators and building material dealers with category-leading products for residential, commercial, and remodeling markets. Our unique marketplace niche is education. We identify products with distinctive applications and educate architects, builders, and designers on their value. This approach has made us an industry leader with each product line we represent. We combine marketing expertise and industry knowledge to create demand for our supplier business partners. We help build
brands.
Atlantic Plywood Corporation (APC)
Since 1974, Atlantic Plywood Corporation has delivered the highest quality and best value to our customers. This philosophy has helped us grow into a regional industry leader, distributing a wide range of quality hardwood plywood and panel products throughout the Eastern United States. Our many satisfied customers know that Atlantic Plywood offers not only dependable products and services but also a convenient, cost-effective partnership that helps their business grow.
What Makes This Role Unique
Operational Excellence Meets People Development
Unlike many Accounts Payable roles that focus solely on invoice processing, this position emphasizes both process improvement AND team development. You'll have the resources, support, and autonomy to build a high-performing culture while driving measurable business results.
Technology-Forward Environment
Work with modern technology including data management, process workflow, travel and expense management, and ERP systems. We invest in tools that make your job easier and your team more effective.
Ownership Culture
As an ESOP company, every employee is an owner. Your leadership directly impacts not just operational metrics, but the financial well-being of your entire team. This creates a unique culture of accountability, collaboration, and shared success.
Ready to Lead Our Accounts Payable Team?
If you're a proven leader ready to make an impact in a growing, employee-owned organization, we want to hear from you. Join a company that values operational excellence, invests in leadership development, and rewards results.
How to Apply
If you're ready to join a dynamic team in the wholesale building materials industry, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with growth potential.
Qualifications are a guide, not a checklist. If you think you can make an impact here, we want to hear your story.
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