Accounts Payable Manager

About Us:

Founded in 2007, E-commerce company, Ergode with a global reach of more than 120 countries and over 100 marketplaces. We have catered to over 5 million customers worldwide in a short amount of time. Currently, we have 21 curated websites that bring to our customers. We are a Houston, Texas based corporation and have been in the business for almost 15 years. We have a dedicated and strong team of 650+ associates and we are continuously adding new people to our team. Ergode is consistently ranked among the top online shopping destinations as we have been rated as the Top 30 Sellers on Amazon, and Top 5 in Walmart, and have also managed to achieve the number 1 ranking on eBay.

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Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Operations:

• Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable cycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, and reconciliations.

• Vendor Management:

  Build and maintain strong vendor relationships; ensure timely resolution of payment discrepancies and escalations.

• Team Leadership:

  Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounts Payable team, driving accountability, efficiency, and a culture of continuous improvement.

• Compliance & Controls:

  Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, tax regulations, and statutory compliance (domestic and international).

• Payment Management:

  Oversee ACH, wire transfers, credit card, and PayPal payments, ensuring accuracy and approval compliance.

• Reporting & Analysis:

  Prepare and review ageing reports, cash flow forecasts, and other MIS reports for management, highlighting risks and opportunities.

• Process Improvement:

  Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and enhance the AP process for scalability and efficiency.

• Stakeholder Collaboration:

  Partner with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Taxation, Treasury, and Operations) to ensure seamless financial operations.

• Global Operations:

  Manage international vendor accounts, including multi-currency transactions and time-zone aligned payment cycles.

• Audit & Governance:

  Support statutory, internal, and external audits by ensuring accurate documentation and timely submission of reports.

Qualifications & Skills

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, MBA (Finance), or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 8–12 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial/leadership role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, tax compliance, and vendor management.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Netsuite, or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume payments with accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in a multinational or high-growth environment.
• Exposure to automation tools, workflow management, and advanced AP systems.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strategic mindset with operational excellence.