Accounts Payable Manager

Job Title: Accounts Payable Manager
FLSA Status: Full Time - exempt
Reports to: Divisional Finance Director
Schedule: 40W; standard office hrs
Supervises: A/P Clerks
Rate of Pay: $71,000 - $75,500 depending on experience
Closing Date: 10/22/26

Benefits: Standard; Full-Time, Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:
* Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insurance
* Sick leave benefit - 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)
* Vacation benefit - 20 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0769 hours for each hour worked (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)
* One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment)
* Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)
* Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)

Function

The Accounts Payable Manager is a working manager and is responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable Department, including the daily processing, verification, posting and timely payment of all invoices and credit memos. The APM is responsible for the maintenance of all accounts payable records related to the operation of multiple corps sites in the Intermountain Division. Interpersonal and training skills are essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintenance of the Accounts Payable modules to include responsibility for month end closings and the reconciliation of the accounts payable with the balance sheet accounts.
• Responsible for meeting all month-end deadlines, as well as any interim deadlines requested by administration
• Responsible for the accuracy of account numbers
• Responsible for the accurate filing of all pertinent accounting documents in a timely and efficient manner
• Responsible for the preparation of materials requested in connection with Audits conducted both by independent outside auditors as well as Salvation Army internal auditors
• Ensure all staff is current in their workload
• Ensure the accuracy of the work and its compliance with GAAP
• Assist in performance evaluations of staff in Centralized Accounts Payable department
• Responsible for ongoing training of the payable system in the intermountain Division
• Supervise staff to ensure they are working at their peak performance and give suggestions for improvement
• Maintain a positive work environment with high morale and a focus on service
• Special Projects as assigned

Education, Experience, Skills, Qualities, Requirements

Education/Experience

• Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related subject from an accredited college, five or more years of "hands on" full cycle Accounts Payable experience utilizing a midsize or larger computer accounting software system
• Preferred - Five or more years of supervisory experience
• Preferred - Two or more years of training experience with new employees on company software, procedures and policies
• Required -Associate of Arts degree in Accounting from an accredited college program
• Required - Three years of "hands on" full cycle Accounts Payable experience utilizing a midsize computer accounting software system
• Required - Previous supervisory experience and training of new employees
• Note: Appropriate professional experience may be considered in lieu of education

Skills

• The ability to speak and write the English language with professional level skill is required
• The ability to proactively interact with both coworkers and the Manager in a positive manner is important
• The ability to show respect for all other employees, associates, and clients that are aligned to the goals and objectives of The Salvation Army
• The ability to present oneself in a professional manner and maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in relation to information and documentation is essential
• The ability to develop a general understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Principles) and FASB (Financial Accounting Standards Board) standards as it pertains to The Salvation Army
• The ability to operate 10-Key by touch and other standard office equipment in an efficient manner is necessary
• The ability to multi-task in a time sensitive manner is essential
• Familiarity with Accounting systems, Donor Management systems, Microsoft Software, IP Office Phone Manager
• The ability to use any potential software programs with basic training

Qualities

• Supportive of The Salvation Army's mission
• Reflects and models the high standards of our organization

Requirements

• Driving

If the position requires driving:

• the employee must be 21 years old at minimum (for insurance provision) and possess a valid in-state driver's license
• an MVR will be processed every year in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies

• Background Check
  
  
  
  • Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies
  
  
  
  
• Physical
  
  
  
  • Ability to maneuver
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position
  • Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead
  • Ability to operate telephone
  • Ability to lift 25 pounds
  • Ability to access and produce information from the computer
  • Ability to understand written information
  • Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation
  • A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship