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West Marine 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants About West Marine
We dont just sell anchors and rigging. We sell a love of the water that lasts for generations. We dont just have a passion for boating. We have a lifetime of experience that we cant wait to share with you. When you shop at West Marine, its not just for boating gear its for the pure pursuit of more water and less hassle. If you have a passion for being on the water and are looking to join a world-class organization, then West Marine is the place for you! West Marine is recognized as the premier multi-channel retailer of boating and fishing supplies with more than 230 stores located throughout 37 states and Puerto Rico. When you work at West Marine, youre part of a family; one that values spending quality time on the water, doing the things you love, and sharing that passion with our customers and community. Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to join our team at the Fort Lauderdale, FL Support Center. The AP Manager is primarily responsible for leading the Accounts Payable transactional team and overseeing the companys expense purchasing card (P-Card) program. The AP Manager ensures the timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payment disbursements, and expense reimbursements while maintaining compliance with internal policies and controls. This position requires interaction and effective communication with crew members, other departments, and vendors. The AP Manager will play a key role in process improvement, building vendor relationships, cross-functional collaboration, and leading a high performing team. Primary Responsibilities Lead and manage the AP team, overseeing daily operations including invoice and payment processing, debit balance resolution, 1099-year end reporting, and other AP related activities. Manage the monthly AP close process, including identifying month end AP accruals, coordinating journal entries with general accounting, and preparing KPI reports. Develop and implement metrics to monitor AP performance, identify trends, and drive process improvements. Oversee the P-Card program, including onboarding and deactivating cardholders, enforcing policies, and conducting periodic audits of purchases.
Education, Experience & Skills
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years of AP experience; including 3+ years in a supervisor or management role; retail experience preferred. Experience with large ERP systems, AS400 a plus, and 1099 filing experience. Knowledge of GAAP and accounting software. Experience processing invoice discrepancies unmatched and invoice/receiver variances. Effective communication skills for collaboration across departments and with vendors. Intermediate Excel skills (Vlookup, pivot tables, etc.).
Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries: Retail
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at West Marine by 2x Job Locations and Salary Ranges
Plantation, FL: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 Fort Lauderdale, FL: $58,000.00-$60,000.00 Bay Harbor Islands, FL: $65,000.00-$85,000.00 Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area: $90,000.00-$115,000.00 North Miami Beach, FL: $80,000.00-$95,000.00 Pembroke Pines, FL: $85,000.00-$95,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Accounts Payable Manager
role at
West Marine 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants About West Marine
We dont just sell anchors and rigging. We sell a love of the water that lasts for generations. We dont just have a passion for boating. We have a lifetime of experience that we cant wait to share with you. When you shop at West Marine, its not just for boating gear its for the pure pursuit of more water and less hassle. If you have a passion for being on the water and are looking to join a world-class organization, then West Marine is the place for you! West Marine is recognized as the premier multi-channel retailer of boating and fishing supplies with more than 230 stores located throughout 37 states and Puerto Rico. When you work at West Marine, youre part of a family; one that values spending quality time on the water, doing the things you love, and sharing that passion with our customers and community. Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to join our team at the Fort Lauderdale, FL Support Center. The AP Manager is primarily responsible for leading the Accounts Payable transactional team and overseeing the companys expense purchasing card (P-Card) program. The AP Manager ensures the timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payment disbursements, and expense reimbursements while maintaining compliance with internal policies and controls. This position requires interaction and effective communication with crew members, other departments, and vendors. The AP Manager will play a key role in process improvement, building vendor relationships, cross-functional collaboration, and leading a high performing team. Primary Responsibilities Lead and manage the AP team, overseeing daily operations including invoice and payment processing, debit balance resolution, 1099-year end reporting, and other AP related activities. Manage the monthly AP close process, including identifying month end AP accruals, coordinating journal entries with general accounting, and preparing KPI reports. Develop and implement metrics to monitor AP performance, identify trends, and drive process improvements. Oversee the P-Card program, including onboarding and deactivating cardholders, enforcing policies, and conducting periodic audits of purchases.
Education, Experience & Skills
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years of AP experience; including 3+ years in a supervisor or management role; retail experience preferred. Experience with large ERP systems, AS400 a plus, and 1099 filing experience. Knowledge of GAAP and accounting software. Experience processing invoice discrepancies unmatched and invoice/receiver variances. Effective communication skills for collaboration across departments and with vendors. Intermediate Excel skills (Vlookup, pivot tables, etc.).
Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries: Retail
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at West Marine by 2x Job Locations and Salary Ranges
Plantation, FL: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 Fort Lauderdale, FL: $58,000.00-$60,000.00 Bay Harbor Islands, FL: $65,000.00-$85,000.00 Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area: $90,000.00-$115,000.00 North Miami Beach, FL: $80,000.00-$95,000.00 Pembroke Pines, FL: $85,000.00-$95,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr