Accounts Payable Manager - Bergen Logistics : Job Details

The AP (Accounts Payable) Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the accounts payable function within a company. Duties and responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable team, including reviewing and processing invoices, and ensuring timely and accurate payment to vendors.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures related to the accounts payable process, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
• Reviewing and approving invoices and bills for payment, ensuring that they are coded correctly and that all necessary approvals have been obtained.
• Monitoring accounts payable aging reports to ensure that payments are made on time and that any past-due balances are resolved promptly.
• Maintaining accurate records of all accounts payable transactions and ensuring that they are properly documented and filed.
• Communicating with vendors and suppliers to resolve any issues or disputes related to invoices or payments.
• Conducting periodic audits of the accounts payable function to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Managing the accounts payable ledger and ensuring that all transactions are properly recorded and reconciled.
• Developing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the accounts payable process.
• Providing training and guidance to the accounts payable team, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Working closely with other departments, such as procurement and finance, to ensure that the accounts payable process is integrated with other business processes.
• Generating reports and providing analysis to management on the accounts payable function, including trends and variances.
• Analyzing financial data related to accounts payable to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is typically required, along with relevant work experience.
• Ability to adapt and pivot in a dynamic and changing environment
• Strong experience in end-to-end processes for month end close, functional reporting, cash flow forecasting and preparation of statutory accounts
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• 3PL, Warehouse and Distribution experience desired
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to unravel complex accounting queries
• Positive attitude: 'can do' approach and willing to give everything a go from manual processing to larger projects
• Excellent prioritization and organization skills
• Experience in large ERP accounting software (Netsuite is a plus)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Aligned with Bergen's How We Work Together Principles including: investing in People Development, creating a Safe Environment, treating others with Respect, being able to work as part of a Team, having Trust in others, having Passion for our work and clients, having good Communication skills and having high Accountability for oneself and others.

• Medical, dental, vision, ancillary benefits
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• 401(k) match
• PTO, Sick time, paid holidays
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)