Accounts Payable Manager

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

We are seeking an experienced

Accounts Payable Manager to lead and scale our accounts payable function during a period of rapid growth. This role will manage a team of AP professionals and oversee high-volume, complex payables across domestic and international operations. You will play a key role in improving processes and ensuring timely, accurate payments in a complex manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Accounts Payable specialists, fostering accountability, growth, and high performance
• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments and expense reimbursements
• Manage domestic and international vendor payments, including foreign currency transactions and compliance with local regulations
• Partner closely with Procurement, Accounting, Legal and Finance teams to ensure proper GL coding and streamline workflows
• Process and submit year-end 1099 reports and forms, prepare reports for proper allocation of sales taxes by state, and maintain compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations
• Own month-end close activities, including reconciliations and reporting
• Drive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements to support scale and efficiency
• Maintain positive vendor relationships and resolve escalations in a professional, timely manner
• Support audits by providing documentation, explanations, and process insights
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including at least 2+ years managing a team
• A fluent understanding of the three-way matching process and direct and indirect materials procurement workflows
• Experience operating in a fast-growing, complex organization
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable best practices
• Experience with international payments, multi-currency environments, and global vendors
• Proficiency with modern ERP systems and AP automation tools (NetSuite experience strongly preferred)
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a high-growth, deadline-driven environment with evolving priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience scaling AP processes during periods of rapid company growth
• Physical Demands
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing and walking within the office.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).