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Each day is a little different and each idea brings new opportunities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are curious to a fault, and want to join a team atmosphere with people who have a can-do attitude, The Premiere Group is the place for you—where innovation meets excellence. Accounts Payable Manager Location: Columbia, MO (On-site) Position Summary The Premiere Group is seeking a highly skilled, process-oriented Manager to lead its high-volume transactional operations, focusing on Accounts Payable and Corporate Credit Card Administration.

This role is responsible for the integrity, efficiency, and scalability of these functions across a diverse portfolio of entities (including Commercial Real Estate, Equipment Rental, Technology, Construction, and Home Services).

Requirements

, and internal financial policies.

, and internal company policies. Execute detailed audit reviews of all corporate and portfolio company credit card usage, including monitoring for prohibited or improper use, addressing suspected policy violations, and managing issues related to personal usage and delinquency. Own the annual reporting of vendor spend for 1099 compliance and deliver accurate, timely spend reporting to leadership.

Financial Closing and Audit Support: Meet strict deadlines for month-end close procedures, specifically regarding AP accruals, credit card reconciliations, and ensuring balance sheet integrity. Assist in annual financial statement audits and reviews by providing necessary documentation and explanations for transactional activity. Cardholder Support and Training: Provide exceptional front-line support to cardholders and approvers for transaction-related questions and policy interpretation.

Develop and deliver initial and ongoing cardholder training and refresher sessions.

Responsibilities

The Manager will oversee all AP and Corporate Card functions, ensuring seamless integration into the month-end close process. Operational Leadership Team Management: Serve as the direct manager for the Accounts Payable and Corporate Card functions, providing coaching, performance feedback, and daily operational guidance to staff. Partner with leadership and other departments to report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to spend and operational efficiency.

AP and Corporate Card Program Management: Oversee the end-to-end administration of the corporate credit card program, including enforcing policies, managing the full lifecycle of card accounts (applications, renewals, modifications, and cancellations), and ensuring accurate cardholder information and limits with the provider. Ensure AP and credit card platforms are accurately and timely integrated with the accounting system, monitoring sync activity and resolving discrepancies to maintain data integrity.

Qualifications

All candidates must possess the following

Minimum Qualifications

: Education Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred; Master’s Degree or CPA is preferred. Experience: 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, including at least 2 years in a managerial role overseeing staff or high-volume transactional departments. Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).