Accounts Payable Manager

Introduction

Welcome to Gallagher – a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting services. With a growing team of more than 52,000 professionals worldwide, we empower businesses, communities, and individuals to thrive. At Gallagher, you can build a career whether it’s with our brokerage division, our benefits and HR consulting division, or our corporate team. Experience The Gallagher Way, a culture fueled by shared values and a collective passion for excellence. Join one of our dynamic teams, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping Gallagher's future and unlocking unparalleled opportunities for both clients and yourself.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the accounts payable department, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices. This role is critical in maintaining strong internal relationships and ensuring compliance with company policies and financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent leadership skills, and a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable department, including invoice processing.
• Develop, implement, and maintain procedures and policies to ensure adherence to company guidelines and improve efficiency.
• Supervise and mentor accounts payable staff, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and professional development.
• Assist in the development and implementation of global accounts payable-related projects and initiatives, including divisional transitions to the centralized payables process.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve discrepancies and address any issues related to accounts payable.
• Analyze accounts payable coding to ensure consistency between divisions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including audit requirements.
• Continuously evaluate and improve accounts payable processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Required:

• Associate's degree and 5 years of related experience required.
• Requires some functional and industry experience and/or expertise.
  
  

Preferred: 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar financial role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial position.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry.

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On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

 Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(K) and Roth options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

• Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
• Training programs
• Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
• Charitable matching gift program
• And more...

We value inclusion and diversity

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Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.