Director of AP
Director of Accounts Payable Chicago, IL Salary: $140K-$150K 4 days IN Why This Opportunity Stands Out: • Our client is a long-standing, stable organization offering a newly created, highly visible leadership role reporting directly to the CFO • Opportunity to build, restructure, and transform the Accounts Payable function across a large, complex organization • High-impact position with ownership over domestic and offshore AP operations • Strong leadership visibility and direct influence on process improvement, KPIs, and operational strategy • Mission-driven organization with a collaborative culture • Hybrid schedule – onsite 3 days/week • Excellent compensation package, strong benefits, and Flex PTO • Fast-paced environment with significant career growth potential Key Responsibilities for the Director of Accounts Payable: • Lead all day-to-day Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, payment execution, reconciliations, and vendor management • Oversee large distributed AP teams, including offshore resources and outsourced vendors • Establish KPIs, optimize workflows, and drive strategic process improvements • Manage month-end AP close and ensure accurate account reconciliations • Partner with leadership to manage cash flow and improve operational efficiencies • Serve as the primary escalation point for internal and external AP issues • Develop team structure, performance standards, and long-term departmental strategy • Lead AP-related systems, process transformation, and special projects Qualifications for the Director of Accounts Payable: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred • 10 years of progressive Accounts Payable leadership experience • Experience leading large, geographically distributed and/or offshore teams • Strong background in process improvement, system implementation, or organizational transformation • Retail or high-volume transactional environment experience preferred • Proven ability to lead through change and rebuild processes • Strong communication, project management, and executive presence • Hands-on leader with strategic vision INJUN2026 LI-LF1
- Schiller Park, IL
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