Accounts Payable & Expense Manager

North Highland Consulting
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
3333 Piedmont Road Northeast (Show on map)
Jun 12, 2025
MAKE STRATEGY A REALITY \| ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH \| CHOOSE YOUR PATH As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last. We're seeking an Accounts Payable Manager in Atlanta, GA to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact. SUMMARY: This position assumes responsibility for all aspects of the accounts payable and expense report function for the Firm. This role will report directly to the Controller. You'll be working alongside other changemakers in our firm to elevate brand awareness and engagement through our owned social channels, integrated campaign support, and employee advocacy programs. YOU WILL: Oversee the accuracy of invoice processing, supplier setup, expense report review, and payment processing. Manage the contingent worker self-bill process. Mentor and manage AP staff, as well as assist the team in resolving any obstacles encountered. Identify and implement process improvements within the AP and expense reporting functions to improve accuracy and efficiency. Gate keeper for all procedure documentation, revisions, and implementation of updates in the AP system. Participate in and support month-end and year-end close/audit activities. Monitor team KPIs to ensure goals on accuracy and timeliness are being maintained. Coordinate with all levels of employees, including senior management, to ensure proper coding and approval of invoices, including the identification of prepaid expenses and fixed assets. Work closely with Treasury to process wire payments/transfers in both USD and foreign currencies Provide informed responses to internal customers and train them on processes and process changes. Prepare 1099s and UK PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) calculation on an annual basis, leveraging internal resources and external support as needed. Performs other duties as assigned or as needs are identified. IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE: 5+ years professional experience in a directly applicable field with increasing levels of responsibility Degree in Finance and/or Accounting preferred Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word) Success in quickly learning new systems and tools to manage business functions Reconciliation and financial analysis experience preferred Workday experience is a plus Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position. North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.