Manager, Accounts Payable

About Us
Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together. Specific Responsibilities Would Include Position Summary The Manager, Accounts Payable leads Centric Brands’ domestic and international accounts payable team, for direct & indirect vendors across multiple countries. This position is responsible for accurate and timely vendor payments, monthly close activities, ensuring strong controls, and integrity of vendor master data in SAP. The successful candidate will bring proven experience transforming processes into automated, streamlined, technology-driven functions. This includes invoice capture, automated matching, workflow approvals, and electronic payments. The role manages an onshore and offshore team model and measures the AP function through clear metrics, service levels, and continuous improvement. Role Impact The Manager, Accounts Payable ensures vendors are paid accurately and on time, the monthly close is reliable, and the function scales through automation and a well-run and efficient team.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage an onshore and offshore Accounts Payable team responsible for domestic and international vendors across multiple countries.
• Allocate workload, manage service levels, perform quality reviews, and hire, coach, and cross-train staff.
• Lead transformation efforts targeted at replacing manual processes with automation, including OCR/AI invoice capture, automated 2
- and 3-way matching, electronic approval workflows, and straight-through posting in SAP, partnering with IT on tools such as xSuite, and Infor Nexus.
• Drive the continued shift of vendor payments from checks to ACH, wire, virtual card/early pay, and other electronic methods.
• Establish and report AP KPIs, including touchless invoice rate, cycle time, on-time payment, first-pass match rate, offshore SLA attainment, and cost per invoice; prepare monthly reports and dashboards for senior leadership.
• Oversee the end-to-end invoice-to-payment process for direct and indirect vendors, resolving purchase order, receipt, and invoice discrepancies with Sourcing, Production, and Logistics.
• Manage weekly domestic and international payment runs, including multi-currency payments and wires, and partner with Treasury on cash forecasting.
• Support the monthly AP close, including accruals, GR/IR clearing, subledger-to-GL reconciliations, and intercompany balances across legal entities.
• Ensure the integrity of vendor master data, including onboarding, bank-detail verification, and duplicate checks.
• Maintain internal controls, segregation of duties, and safeguards against duplicate and fraudulent payments; keep AP policies and SOPs current and support external audits.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors: drive consistent statement reviews and resolve discrepancies.
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and complete other assignments as directed by senior leadership.
• Serve as the first point of contact for escalations both internally and externally. Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of accounts payable or procure-to-pay management experience required.
• Domestic and international accounts payable including experience with direct and indirect vendors required.
• Proven track record leading AP automation and transformation initiatives.
• Experience managing onshore and offshore or outsourced teams.
• SAP experience required; OpenText, xSuite, and Infor Nexus knowledge a plus.
• Experience working across geographies and currencies, and with intercompany transactions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and customer service skills; strong team player.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Apparel, accessories, consumer products, or retail experience is preferred, not required. Key Competencies Transformation & Change Leadership – Modernizes processes and technology while keeping daily operations running. Metrics-Driven Management – Uses data and service levels to manage performance and drive improvement. Global Mindset – Comfortable with international operations, foreign currency, and cross-border payments. Partnership – Works effectively with vendors, cross-functional teams, and senior leadership. In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands through workshops, resources and inspiring conversation. At Centric Brands, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Be part of our growing community by getting involved with groups, teams and initiatives like Be Green, Be Giving, and Be Celebrated. Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer Please note that Centric Brands will only reach out to interview, make an offer of employment or conduct onboarding activities for candidates who have applied through our careers site. When interviewing for a position, the candidate experience will include live interaction, such as a video conference or telephone call, with a Recruiter and/or company employee(s). We will never ask for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process. Be aware of suspicious recruitment activity. If you think you are a victim of an employment scam, you may contact your local law enforcement agency and/or visit the Federal Trade Commission website here: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams. #LI-Hybrid #LI-KG1