Director of Accounts Payable
Oakbrook, IL
Salary: $140K-$150K
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
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