Accounts Payable Manager
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Description
- Radiant is seeking an AP Manager to own our end-to-end accounts payable operations. We process 800-1,300 invoices monthly across fragmented systems (QuickBooks, ION, and Ramp) with no automatic integration or three-way match
- This role will manage the full invoice-to-payment cycle, build scalable AP infrastructure, and establish the controls and processes needed to support our growth from prototype development through production ramp
- This is a hands-on role with significant ownership. You’ll process high volumes while simultaneously building the systems, controls, and documentation that will scale with the company
- You’ll partner closely with Supply Chain on procurement workflows and with Finance leadership on cash management strategy and ERP implementation planning
- Process 800-1,300+ invoices monthly across QuickBooks, ION, and Ramp
- Review, code, and approve invoices ensuring proper GL account assignment, project codes, and class accounting
- Perform manual three-way matching across disconnected systems until ERP implementation
- Handle employee and candidate reimbursements, corporate card reconciliations, and ad-hoc payment requests
- Manage vendor setup, W-9 collection, and vendor master data maintenance
- Execute payment runs to capture early payment discounts and avoid late penalties
- Serve as primary point of contact for 150+ active vendors; resolve inquiries, disputes, and statement reconciliations
- Coordinate with Procurement on vendor onboarding, contracts, and payment terms
- Monitor aging reports and resolve payment holds or exceptions
- Build scalable AP infrastructure with automations where possible
- Design and document AP policies, procedures, and workflows for a scaling organization
- Implement approval matrices, segregation of duties, and fraud prevention controls
- Build audit-ready documentation and support external audits
- Maximize functionality of existing tools: Ramp Pro automation, ION workflows, QuickBooks coding rules
- Document current-state processes and pain points to inform 2026 ERP requirements
- Lead AP workstream for ERP selection, implementation, and data migration
- Maintain 1099 vendor tracking and support sales/use tax compliance and annual filings
- Partner with Supply Chain and Receiving on purchase order workflows and vendor management
- Train employees on policies, Ramp usage, and invoice submission requirements
- Ownership mentality: Takes full accountability for AP operations and proactively identifies improvements
- Builder mindset: Creates scalable processes rather than just executing existing ones
- Detail-oriented: Catches errors, maintains accuracy under volume pressure, and keeps clean records
- Systems thinker: Understands how AP connects to procurement, receiving, and financial reporting
- Adaptable: Thrives in an environment where systems are imperfect and processes are evolving
- Team player: Works effectively with Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance partners
Benefits
- Equity: Substantial incentive stock plan for all salaried employees
- Medical: 100% up to base silver level plan for employee + 50% dependents, offers up to Platinum plans
- Voluntary Life, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness, Commuter and FSA are offered as employee contributed benefits
- Vision: 100% coverage + 50% for dependents
- Dental: 100% coverage, orthodontia extra, 50% for dependent
- Flexible PTO policy
- Team-bonding company outings, happy hours and in-person camaraderie
- Beautiful El Segundo headquarters close to the Pacific Ocean
- Strong understanding of three-way match processes, GL coding, and month-end close procedures
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead AP role
- Experience with 1099 reporting, sales/use tax compliance, and audit support
- Experience processing high-volume AP (500+ invoices/month) in a fast-paced environment
- Track record of building or improving AP processes and controls
- Strong communication skills for vendor management and cross-functional collaboration
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
- Proficiency with AP automation tools and ERP systems
- Experience in high-growth companies navigating significant scale
- SQL or reporting tool proficiency for building AP analytics
- Hardware, manufacturing, or aerospace/defense industry background
- Familiarity with Ramp, QuickBooks, and/or ION
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to accomplish our mission
- Experience with government contract accounting (FAR/DFARS)
- Experience supporting ERP implementations or system migrations