Job Title: Director of Accounts Payable
Location: Los Angeles, CA 90010, Hybrid 
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

The Director of Accounts Payable is responsible for leading and optimizing the accounts payable operations across all company entities. This role will manage a team of 4–5 AP professionals and oversee the timely processing of over 2,000 invoices per month. The ideal candidate brings enterprise-level experience, a deep understanding of AP systems and controls, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team in processing invoices, expense reports, and payment transactions accurately and on time.

• Oversee AP operations across multiple entities, ensuring consistent adherence to internal policies, SOX compliance (if applicable), and external regulations.

• Collaborate with Procurement, Accounting, and FP&A teams to streamline the procure-to-pay (P2P) process.

• Develop and implement AP policies, procedures, and controls that promote efficiency and minimize risk.

• Lead AP system upgrades or ERP integrations, including testing, implementation, and user training.

• Maintain vendor relationships and resolve escalated issues with professionalism and timeliness.

• Monitor AP metrics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement and enhance operational performance.

• Ensure proper month-end and year-end close activities related to AP, including accruals and reconciliations.

• Support audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.

• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.

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Qualifications:

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

• 8+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

• Experience in a multi-entity, 1,000+ employee enterprise environment.

• Proven ability to manage high-volume invoice processing (2,000+ per month).

• Strong ERP system experience (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Workday).
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• Experience with Ramp.com for AP processing (integrated with Sage Intacct) a plus. 

• Deep knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

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

• Demonstrated success in leading process improvement and automation initiatives.

• Ability to lead with a strategic mindset while remaining hands-on and detail-oriented.
  
  Compensation: $140,000-160,000