Accounts Payable Manager

Overview:

Position Summary:

Using the Yusen Values of Integrity, Innovation, and Intensity, the Manager, AP will oversee the accounts payable activity for business segments of YLA. The Manager, AP will also work in conjunction with other Accounting & Finance managers to ensure that the day-to-day workflow is completed in a consistent and timely manner while providing leadership and guidance to the department. The Manager, AP is expected to lead (manage) with a controls oriented mindset focused on continual review of processes, through understanding of departmental processes and their overall impact on the organization, producing recommendations of areas of control implementation and process efficiency gains.

The Manager, AP will train and guide staff on improving overall efficiency and evaluate their performance regularly. Additionally, he or she will provide appropriate strategies to personnel and oversee deliverables while also providing assistance to the Assistant Controller and other Management personnel and perform special projects as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the overall AP process to ensure all invoices are processed and paid in accordance to terms.
• Be knowledgeable and aware of the overall AP standings of each affiliate to contribute to business decisions.
• Communicate with affiliates and vendors on AP related issues.
• Oversee and assist in the monthly closings, accruals, journal entry preparations, and account reconciliations.
• Research, analyze and resolve complex payment and vendor issues.
• Review and generate reporting for affiliate management to monitor payable status.
• Provide follow up on identified issues and discrepancies.
• Assists in annual and semi-annual accounting audit activities and JSOX testing and reviews as it relates to the department.
• Train and familiarize department on current payable policies and procedures.
• Develop, write and implement policies and procedures to minimize risk or erroneous disbursements and incorporate automation to improve efficiency for the department.
• Assist and resolve workflow issues.
• Monitor and evaluate staff's performance and recommend training and development when appropriate.
• Provide assistance to the Controller and other Management personnel and perform special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or like discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of AP experience with at least 5 years at managerial/supervisory level. Experience in a Shared services environment preferred.

Special Skills:

• Strong knowledge and understanding of standard accounts payable procedures including expense reporting, purchasing, and 1099 forms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with all levels of Management.
• Excellent ability to interact professionally and effectively with internal and external customers in person and over the phone.
• Excellent analytical and financial analysis skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while paying attention to detail. Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to gather and interpret data, compile information and prepare reports.
• Solid business background including knowledge of best practices and procedures.
• Ability to train new hires on policies and procedures.
• Ability to develop and mentor staff.
• Systems experience: ERP systems experience preferred, Microsoft Dynmatics 365 a plus. Proficiency in Excel, Access and Word required.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Work overtime as required/ assigned.
• Travel overnight as required.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Interact with employees and customers in an appropriate manner.
• Use a computer for tasks such as communicating via email and preparing reports and work schedule
• Review and analyze data and information
• Plan, prioritize and monitor staff
• Complete [or oversee the completion of ] assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Benefits

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
• 401k with a company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more.

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

About Yusen Logistics (Americas)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we're dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.