Accounts Payable Director

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Director of Accounts Payable overseeing full cycle of vendor payments and leading AP team at Tutera Senior Living. Driving process efficiency and compliance with audit and internal controls.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead, develop, and mentor the AP team, promoting a culture of accountability, responsiveness, and continuous improvement
  • Establish clear performance expectations and hold team members accountable to service levels and quality standards
  • Build bench strength and ensure proper staffing levels to support business needs
  • Oversee the full AP cycle including invoice intake, coding, approvals, payment processing, and vendor management
  • Identify and implement process improvements to reduce cycle times, eliminate inefficiencies, and enhance scalability
  • Drive automation initiatives (invoice capture, workflow tools, system integrations) to modernize the AP function
  • Ensure strong internal controls over disbursements, including fraud prevention and adherence to company policies
  • Maintain compliance with SOX (if applicable), audit requirements, and regulatory standards
  • Collaborate with operations and field leadership to improve invoice submission, approval timeliness, and issue resolution
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for vendor and internal inquiries, including sensitive or high-risk situations
  • Communicate clearly and proactively with stakeholders to manage expectations and drive accountability
  • Ensure timely and accurate AP accruals and support month-end close requirements
  • Provide reporting and insights on AP metrics (aging, cycle times, exception trends, cash disbursements)
  • Support cash flow management by partnering with Treasury and Finance leadership

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting/AP experience, including leadership roles
  • Proven experience leading AP functions in a mid-to-large, multi-location organization
  • Strong understanding of internal controls, audit processes, and disbursement risk management
  • Experience with ERP systems and AP automation tools
  • Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and operational efficiency
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Benefits:

  • Advanced Pay
  • Financial Literacy Classes
  • Employee Assistance Program offering Mental Health Resources, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, and more!
  • Child Care Discount
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) for Eligible Locations
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Exclusive Tutera Perks
  • Tutera University
  • Advancement Opportunities