Accounts Payable Manager

Company Description

At National Vision we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible. National Vision is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States, with over 1,200 stores. We operate four retail brands: America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Optical inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are hiring an Accounts Payable Manager to join our growing team!

Job Description

This role oversees the full accounts payable cycle, leads and develops a high-performing team, and ensures compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The ideal candidate will bring deep financial operations expertise, strong vendor relationship skills, and a passion for process improvement.
What Would You Do? The Specifics.

• Oversee the accounts payable department, leading a team of professionals to ensure the timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments while maintaining compliance with institutional policies.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, foster a collaborative work environment, and serve as a key liaison between departments to optimize financial workflows and vendor relationships.
• Troubleshoot and resolve AP processing issues that require a solid understanding of AP end-to-end processes and interdependencies between AP and adjacent departments (Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, etc.).
• Anticipate and identify potential risks related to completing AP tasks, and take action to mitigate and minimize company risk exposure.
• Manage AP-related month-end close processes, including posting invoices to and reconciling the general ledger.
• Oversee the management of vendor relationships by ensuring timely communication and resolution of any issues related to payments and services.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for audit inquiries related to accounts payable, ensuring that all documentation is complete and readily available for review.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard financial data and prevent fraud.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations (e.g., sales/use tax, 1099 reporting).
• Support internal and external audits with required documentation.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports to senior management that summarize accounts payable activities, highlight key performance indicators, and outline areas for enhancement.
• Establish and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure accounts payable performance, implementing corrective actions to optimize processes.
• Provide managerial support for daily cash flow activities and forecasting performed by executive management.
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in accounts payable practices.
• Oversee the processing of accurate 1099s for accounts payable as required by the IRS, and research IRS rules for reporting extraordinary 1099s.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Work Experience

• 7+ years of AP or financial operations experience, including team leadership. (Required)

Education

• Four-year college degree or equivalent experience. Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. (Required)

Additional Skills

• Expert in written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, people management, problem-solving, customer service, organization, strong attention to detail, and interpersonal relationship building. (Required)
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle). (Required)
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel. (Required)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations. (Required)
• Proven track record in vendor management and process improvement. (Required)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. (Required)

Additional Information

Taking Care of our People!
We understand the importance of financial health and security, and because of that, we provide competitive compensation to all associates. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401k retirement savings with company match, flex spending account, paid personal time off, paid company holidays, parental leave, employee eyewear discount, and much, much more. At National Vision, we strive to deliver opportunities for professional growth and long-term career fulfillment. We provide training programs and access to educational courses and pride ourselves on the ever-increasing amount of promotions from within.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.