Accounts Payable Manager

At Blain's Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career, and enjoy a positive balance.
As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for five consecutive years!

• All major Holidays & Birthday off
• Advanced Leadership Training Programs: build the skills to grow your career
• Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
• Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
• Profit Sharing
• 401(K) with company match

*The pay listed for this position may vary based on experience. Please note, compensation decisions are contingent on the facts and conditions for each job opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.
Please note salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Blain's Farm & Fleet position description for accurate pay range information.
As the Accounts Payable Manager, you will provide leadership, guidance, coaching, and process oversight for the Accounts Payable function including managing and directing all aspects of the Company's invoice management process. This role will be responsible for providing direction to associates regarding their role and responsibilities to help meet the overall Company objectives along with empowering and promoting the proper level of responsibility and authority to achieve the overall department objectives while ensuring quality and accuracy.

• Lead and Manage 6 - 8 direct reports of the AP team, including assigning tasks, setting goals, providing guidance, and conducting performance reviews.
• Oversees the recording and payment of all invoices in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitor, assess, and implement internal controls, accounting / reporting procedures, and special report preparation related to disbursements and working capital management
• Maintain effective communication and relationships with vendors to resolve any payment issues or disputes. Serve as the point of contact and relationship manager for key strategic partners and vendors.
• Proactively partner across business functions to facilitate:
• Effective and timely processing of transactions,
• Provide critical operating information updates,
• Keep current on Blain's business developments that may impact areas of responsibility, and
• Create effective cross-functional communications and teamwork
• Develop and implement management processes that:
• Ensure technical competence of all positions within Accounts Payable area and provide necessary training, development support, and coaching
• Establish and foster a culture of continuous improvement and customer focus that ensures prompt, accurate and responsive services, recording, and reporting leveraging available technology
• Establish relevant Accounts Payable metrics, and implement methods and procedures for tracking and reporting on identified key performance indicators (KPI's)
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end close activities; assist with external audit by preparing necessary reports and documentation
• Monitor and maintain accurate accounting records and reconciliations for all Accounts Payable financial transactions
• Ensure all annual 1099-related forms are processed, reported to the government, and provided to suppliers in compliance with reporting deadlines
• Responsible for the oversight and administration of the expense management solution in compliance with company policy

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of progressive and relevant Accounts Payable experience including at least 3 years of supervisory experience
• Experience working with ERP Solutions
• ERP implementation experience preferred
• Exhibits strong understanding of accounting principles and best practices
• Demonstrated, effective team leadership skills including the ability to delegate responsibility and manage support staff
• Excellent interpersonal, listening, and leadership skills along with the ability to work with associates at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to identify and lead process improvement initiatives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be a self-starter and effectively balance multiple priorities at the same time
• Detail oriented with strong problem solving / analytical skills. Ability to proactively identify and develop effective solutions.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office programs to include Excel, Word and Outlook

Blain Supply, Inc and Blain's Farm and Fleet (collectively "Blain's") is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain's does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 5 years in a row.