The AP Manager works closely with procurement, accounting, and finance teams to optimize cash flow, resolve vendor issues, and support month-end and year-end closing processes. Position Summary:The Accounts Payable (AP) Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, expense reports, and payments.

U.S. Water Services Corporation is a well-established and diverse water and wastewater utility organization specializing in utility maintenance, operations, engineering and construction services. U.S. Water is a fast paced and rapidly expanding company headquartered in New Port Richey, Florida with a staff of over 950 employees in twenty states.Position:Accounts Payable ManagerMonday through Friday – 8:00am to 5:00pmThis is not a remote positionCompany:Office located in New Port Richey, FloridaStable career in a recession-proof industryIn business since 2003950 employees throughout 20 statesInterview Process:In-PersonBenefits:Medical – company pays portion of all plan levelsDental – company pays portion of all plan levelsVision – company pays portion of all plan levels401K with 50% company matchHRA – company funded per year per employeeLong-term & short-term disability insurance paid by companyBasic life insurance paid by companyPaid time off6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday***Please note, applicants will be required to pass a background check.Position Summary:The Accounts Payable (AP) Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, expense reports, and payments. This role manages a team of AP specialists, enforces internal controls, and ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The AP Manager works closely with procurement, accounting, and finance teams to optimize cash flow, resolve vendor issues, and support month-end and year-end closing processes.Duties and Responsibilities: Lead and manage the AP team in day-to-day operationsEnsure timely and accurate processing of invoices, credit memos, and paymentsMaintain and enforce internal controls over AP processesReconcile AP sub-ledger to the general ledger and assist with month-end closeDevelop KPIs and monitor team performance to drive efficiency and accuracyManage vendor relationships and resolve payment discrepanciesSupport audits by providing required documentation and analysisImplement process improvements and system enhancementsKey Competencies:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position:Acute attention to detail and accuracy-the individual demonstrates critical thinking skills to ensure invoices are not posted to incorrect accounts and payment is never duplicatedOrganizing and prioritizing-the individual maintains a logical organizational system and prioritizes tasks in accordance with designated schedulesProblem solving-the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfullyVendor service-the individual manages difficult vendor and subcontractor situations, responds promptly to vendor needs, responds to requests for service and assistance and meets commitmentsPlanning/organizing-the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficientlyQuality control-the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, monitors own work to ensure quality and applies feedback to improve performanceQuantity-meets productivity standards and completes work in a timely mannerAdaptability-the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected eventsDependability-the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performanceComputer and Software RequirementsMicrosoft Excel, Word, Outlook – RequiredMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Business Central – PreferredAdobe Acrobat Pro – PreferredTeam PlayerExperience and Education Desired:Strong understanding of accounting principles and AP best practices5+ years of AP experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or managerial roleExcellent leadership, communication, and organizational skillsBachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field – PreferredCompensation and Benefits: Pay is commensurate with experience and market-reflective. US Water/USW Utility Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, paid time off, holiday pay and 401(k) with company match.US Water/USW Utility Group offers competitive wages and benefits and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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