Accounts Payable Manager (New York, United States) bei Groupe Bel : portions laitières, fruitières et végétales | Groupe Bel - Groupe Bel

Bel, makers of iconic brands including GoGo squeeZ, Babybel, The Laughing Cow, and Boursin is a growing global company that values your contributions, strives to create a sense of belonging for everyone and offers career growth and development opportunities, as well as competitive total compensation and meaningful well-being benefits from day one. For All, For Good, our company signature, reflects Bel’s commitment to sustainability and healthier and responsible food for all. The company has headquarters in Chicago (Bel Brands USA) and New York City (GoGo Squeez) and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

Job Description Summary

Join the team at GoGo squeeZ USA, part of Bel Group, where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement drive our success! As the Accounts Payable Manager, you’ll play a key role in managing day-to-day accounts payable operations, leading and developing a dedicated team, and driving process optimization initiatives. You’ll have the opportunity to inspire and support your team while working closely with a diverse, cross-functional network, including but not limited to Bel Group (Global) Treasury, Accounting, IT, Purchasing, Industrial Operations, and trusted external financial partners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Accounts Payable Operations: Oversees day-to-day accounts payable activities (including third-party and intercompany transactions), such as invoice processing, vendor payments, account review, banking functions, expense reports, and ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Procedure Compliance: Develops, implements, and maintains accounts payable procedures and policies to ensure compliance with company guidelines and AP scorecard targets. Handles escalations and ensures proper documentation for historical and compliance needs

• Vendor Management: Reviews and verifies the accuracy of new vendor applications and changes, ensuring all accounts are legitimate and complete, and leads vendor dispute resolution for inquiries and complex scenarios.
• Banking Relationship Management: Serves as the primary local contact for commercial banks and vendor transactions, overseeing payment schedules and bank administration.
• Continuous Improvement: Leads process optimization and performance improvement initiatives, including workflow and IT/system enhancements and establishing departmental metrics.

Leadership & People Development

• Team Leadership: Guides and develops the AP team, documents and cross-trains processes, and leads regular meetings to enhance performance, accountability, and collaboration.

• Collaboration & Communication: Collaborates cross-functionally as a credible business partner, proactively sharing updates on opportunities, issues, or trends and supporting key initiatives.
• Performance Feedback: Provides timely and constructive feedback, supporting team members growth and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Data Analysis and Compliance

• Reporting & Analysis: Manages AP-related reporting (AP aging, vendor analysis, 1099 filings, and government reporting) and assists with month-end/fiscal year-end close, audits, and regulatory requests.
• Intercompany Reconciliations: Manages and resolves intercompany transaction discrepancies through the central clearing system (Paris netting center).

Other:

• Other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent relevant experience in accounts payable and general accounting will also be considered.
• Minimum of 7 years in accounts payable, with a strong understanding of basic accounting principles. Previous operational banking experience is a plus.
• At least 2–3 years of experience managing a team with direct reports is preferred.
• Highly proficient in ERP systems (preferably SAP ECC or SAP S/4HANA) and the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

• Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrates success in leading and mentoring an Accounts Payable team

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities effectively, along with a keen attention to detail.
• Adaptable and ready to adjust to changing workflows, communication styles, and priorities as needed.
• High level of credibility and integrity; able to build trust and maintain productive relationships with team members and cross-functional partners.

Working Conditions

Work is performed largely in an office environment. Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours with at least 40 hours a week. At times there will be some variation in work hours due to special projects, deadlines and other concerns. Occasional business travel may be required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Acknowledgement

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested management. All requirements are subject to change over time and to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Total Rewards

• Base Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 
• Bonus Opportunity: 15%
• 20 days PTO
• 4% match on 401k
• Health care by Cigna
• Free Vision & Dental

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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