Building Location:Business Service CenterDepartment:48400 DisbursementsJob Description:The Accounts Payable Manager oversees the accounts payable department's operations, ensuring accurate and timely payment of invoices and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and internal Essentia Health stakeholders.Education Qualifications:Key Responsibilities:Oversees the entire accounts payable process, including invoice verification, processing, and payment.
Supports the account reconciliation process where neededSupervises, mentors, and trains the accounts payable team, ensuring high performance and professional developmentMaintains and builds strong relationships with vendors, by reconciliating and resolving any payment issues promptlyEnsures all payments comply with company policies, legal regulations, and tax requirementsIdentifies, documents and implements process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy within the accounts payable department.
Maintain current knowledge of best practices in banking automation products and make recommendations on key vendor systems to improve productivity and reduce costsOversees the implementation and maintenance of accounts payable systems, ensuring they are up-to-date and fully utilized.
Maintains a business continuity plan in case of emergencies affecting department operationsEducational Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred Applicants with relevant experience who do not meet the educational requirements may still be consideredRequired Qualifications:3 years or more experience managing Accounts Payable workstreams and staffDemonstrated experience in recruitment, training and coaching of staffStrong understanding of various procure to pay banking optionsExcellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to operate effectively within a large complex matrix organizationExperience with large scale Enterprise Resource Program (ERP) systems' Accounts Payable workstreamsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with Workday ERPExperience in Healthcare IndustryThis position has the option for Hybrid or Remote work with the preference for candidates in Minnesota, North Dakota, or Wisconsin.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:FTE:1Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:RemoteShift Rotation:Day Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:Shift End Time:Weekends:Holidays:NoCall Obligation:NoUnion:Union Posting Deadline:Compensation Range:Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*:Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
*Eligibility for Essentia Health's benefit programs vary.
Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.