Sr. Manager, Accounts Payable.

For A Better You

At iHerb, we believe that living a healthy and balanced life should be easy and accessible to everyone. As a team member, we’ll empower you to live this promise each day as you make a truly global impact in your career. 

We constantly strive for innovation, while transforming and improving the online shopping experience for our customers. We believe that individually we are incredible, but when we come together, our growth is infinite. In an industry that is constantly evolving, we are on a mission to make an impact on the global market, and the individual and collaborative efforts of our people are paramount to helping us succeed.

Whether you work in one of our logistics centers, technology hubs, corporate offices or even from home, your role at iHerb will take you beyond what’s expected, turning challenge into change. If you're ready for it, we want you to join our team. Get started now.

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Job Summary: 

The Senior Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire accounts payable department.

Job Expectations:

Accounts Payable Operations

• Manage and oversee the entire Accounts Payable function, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AP specialists, AP Supervisors, fostering a high-performance and continuous improvement culture
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations in the daily operations of the AP department
• Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff
• Addresses performance issues and makes recommendations for personnel actions
• Prepare and file the annual 1099 filings
• Design, implement, and continuously monitor SOX controls for the AP function, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and minimizing risk
• Establish and maintain proper segregation of duties, approval workflows, and audit trails for all AP activities
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support SOX testing and audit processes, providing necessary documentation and addressing any identified issues
• Regularly review and update SOX documentation related to AP processes to reflect changes in systems or operations
• Ensure all AP-related tasks, including invoice processing, accruals, and reconciliations, are completed in accordance with the financial close calendar
• Oversee the preparation and review of AP-related journal entries, fluctuation analysis, and reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy of financial data for month-end close
• Manage the closing of AP sub-ledgers, investigating and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner
• Collaborate with the finance and accounting teams to ensure proper recording of liabilities and expenses
• Lead the implementation of new systems and technologies that enhance AP processes, improve efficiency, and strengthen internal controls
• Evaluate current AP processes and identify areas for improvement, including automation of manual tasks, workflow optimization, and system integration
• Work closely with IT, finance, and procurement teams to ensure successful deployment of AP systems and to align AP processes with broader organizational goals
• Provide training and support to the AP team on new systems, tools, and processes to ensure smooth transitions and optimal usage.
• Oversee components of vendor onboarding and management, ensuring all necessary documentation is in place and proper controls are followed
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure timely resolution of payment issues, discrepancies, or disputes
• Monitor payment terms and schedules to optimize cash flow while maintaining strong vendor relationships
• Prepare and present regular reports on AP performance metrics, SOX compliance status, and month-end close results
• Perform in-depth analysis of AP data to identify trends, areas of improvement, and opportunities for cost savings or process efficiencies
•  Provide insights to senior management on AP operations and the impact of new systems and processes

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required:         

• Experience with SOX compliance and internal control implementation in the AP function. 
• Proven expertise in managing month-end close procedures, including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries. 
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and AP automation tools. 
• Demonstrated success in implementing new systems or technologies to enhance AP processes and internal controls. 
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to manage change and foster a collaborative working environment. 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with a high attention to detail and a focus on compliance.
• Experience with high-volume AP transactions
• Experience with managing AP personnel
• Experience with managing SOX compliance and controls
• Experience with ERP and AP system implementations
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Interpersonal skills*
• Strong communication skills
• Strong collaborative skills
• Organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• SAP implementation and knowledge preferred

Equipment Knowledge:

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with Google Business Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms) preferred

Experience Requirements:

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Accounting with an emphasis in Accounts Payable, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. 

Education Requirements: 

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA is a plus.

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Compensation:

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Staffing Agency Submission Notice
iHerb does not accept unsolicited 3rd party ("Agency") candidates. If you are an Agency, please send any requests to be considered as a supplier in our Vendor Management System to staffingvendors@iherb.com. Do not contact iHerb employees directly. If requested to work on a role, any Agency candidates would be presented through the internal recruiting organization.

iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.