Manager, Accounts Payable

At MannKind our employees are our number one asset, and we continue becoming a tight-knit community where each of us plays a critical role in our collective success. Committed to diversity, at MannKind we depend on a rich blend of ideas, backgrounds, and working styles in our quest to change the world for the better.

Position Summary:

MannKind is actively seeking a dynamic Manager of Accounts Payable to join our team, reporting directly to the Executive Director, Corporate Controller. This pivotal role involves overseeing and actively participating in the full cycle of accounts payable processing, with a primary focus on implementing process improvements to ensure timely payments.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate and timely payments.

• Develop new accounts payable processes or enhance existing processes.

• Lead and manage the accounts payable team, offering guidance, training, and support to ensure high-performance levels.

• Actively participate in the timely and accurate processing of invoices, ensuring proper coding, approval, documentation, and payment.

• Lead and participate in the month-end closing process for accounts payable.

• Oversee credit card transactions for T&E, purchase cards & vendor cards (Concur, AMEX).

• Utilize Great Plains accounts payable (purchasing) module and Stampli payables automation software.

• Investigate accounts payable issues as needed.

• Cultivate relationships with vendors and colleagues.

• Possess knowledge of tax and accounting laws and standards.

• Engage in general accounting activities, including research, journal entries, and reconciliations.

Managerial Qualifications and Skills:

• Excellent organizational and project management skills.

• Inspires and empowers a team of direct reports, showcasing exceptional leadership skills that drive motivation and foster a collaborative work environment.

• Demonstrated advanced analytical thinking skills.

• Collaborative with colleagues and excellent interpersonal skills.

• Diligent, detail-oriented, and careful in work approach.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel (PivotTable & VLOOKUP) and Word for analysis and business correspondence.

• Prior experience with employee expenses (Concur, AMEX, or similar).

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related major.

• 3+ years of managerial experience with direct reports.

• 5+ years of accounts payable or related experience.

• Proficiency in Great Plains Dynamics or similar ERP system.

• Preferred: Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) certification.