AP/AR Manager

SUMMARY

The Accounts Receivable (AR) & Accounts Payable (AP) Manager oversees the AR and AP cycles,  ensuring accuracy, timeliness, strong controls, and support for organizational cash-flow objectives. This role supervises AR/AP staff, maintains process integrity, and partners across departments to drive financial accuracy and operational excellence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Oversee customer invoicing, credit issuance, and cash-application processes.

• Maintain accurate AR aging schedules and documentation for month-end and audits.

• Investigate and resolve customer deductions, short-pays, and disputes.

• Monitor metrics including DSO and unpaid balances; escalate issues as needed.

• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to eliminate billing discrepancies.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Manage full AP process: invoice intake, validation, coding, and approval routing.

• Ensure vendor master-data integrity and maintain strong vendor relationships.

• Oversee weekly payment cycles (checks, ACH, wire, purchasing cards).

• Ensure compliance with approval policies and three-way-match procedures.

• Monitor AP aging, early-payment opportunities, and duplicate-payment prevention.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise AR/AP specialists; assign workload and ensure role clarity.

• Provide coaching, performance evaluations, and training.

• Build cross-functional knowledge and redundancy within the team.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain strong internal controls, segregation of duties, and audit-ready documentation.

• Partner with Controller, CFO, and internal/external auditors.

• Support month-end close activities, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify and implement process enhancements and automation opportunities.

• Work with IT/ERP teams to optimize financial workflows.

• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for AR/AP functions.

QUALFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

• 5+ years of progressive AR/AP or accounting experience, with supervisory experience.

• Strong understanding of ERP systems; Epicor experience a plus.

• Exceptional analytical and communication skills.

• High attention to detail with ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Strong cross-functional relationship-building abilities.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

• DSO improvement and reduction in past-due receivables.

• Timely payments aligned with cash-flow priorities.

• Zero audit findings related to AR/AP processes.

• Error reduction and measurable process efficiencies.

• Strong team engagement and capability growth.

WORKING CONDITIONS

On-premises work is required, with the ability to work remotely as approved by management.

• Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface periodically throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where under certain conditions require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice as long as the duties are consistent with the job classification. 

EEO STATEMENT 

Cohesive Components is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, performance, and business need.