Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager
Solé Construction Partners
Accounts Payable Manager – Finance and Accounting

Solé Construction Partners is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to take full ownership of the AP function across our affiliated companies. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who likes bringing order to high transaction volume — tightening processes, developing a capable team, and making sure every vendor and subcontractor is paid accurately and on time. If you do your best work in a busy, growing operation, keep reading.

Why Join Us?
Solé Construction Partners provides shared services such as HR, finance, IT, and operations support to affiliated construction companies, including Leola Construction, Shell Force Construction, United Drywall & Contracting, and JB&B Drywall. We are a leading force in Florida’s construction industry, built on family values and dedication to excellence, with core values of integrity, innovation, client focus, teamwork, and precision. Behind the scenes, our finance team keeps projects funded, vendors paid, and the business running smoothly — and we’re focused on building processes that scale as we grow.

• Lead & Develop the Team: Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounts Payable team, setting clear goals, providing regular performance feedback, and creating real growth opportunities.
• Own the AP Cycle: Manage the end-to-end accounts payable cycle across all entities — invoice intake, coding, approvals, and on-time, accurate payment runs.
• Daily Operations: Oversee daily AP operations to ensure invoices and disbursements are processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with company policy.
• Vendor Relationships: Manage vendor relationships, resolving payment questions and discrepancies quickly and professionally to keep suppliers paid and trust intact.
• Subcontractor Compliance: Own the subcontractor and vendor compliance process, including W-9 collection, lien waivers, and insurance/certificate tracking before payment is released.
• Reconciliation & Close: Reconcile AP sub-ledgers to the general ledger and support a smooth, timely month-end close.
• Process Documentation: Document AP processes and workflows for clarity, consistency, and training readiness.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for automation and scalability, and implement solutions that boost efficiency and accuracy.
• Systems & Partnership: Partner with IT and other departments to streamline payment processing systems, approval workflows, and reporting.
• Internal Controls: Maintain and strengthen internal controls over disbursements, including approval workflows and segregation of duties.
• 1099 & Compliance: Manage the annual 1099 process and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Reporting & Insights: Provide management with relevant reporting and insights on AP aging, payment timing, and cash flow.

Here’s the kind of person who will be amazing in this job:

• You’re proactive and take ownership without waiting to be asked.
• You take pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.
• You lead under pressure with professionalism and composure, and you see challenges as opportunities.
• You’re a clear, calm communicator who builds strong relationships and believes success is a team effort.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable or accounting experience (required)
• 3+ years of experience leading a team (required)
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle AP, internal controls, and process optimization
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and month-end close as it relates to AP
• Comfortable learning and working within accounting/ERP systems; Sage Intacct experience a plus
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with lien waivers, subcontractor compliance, and job costing a strong plus

Job Type: Full-Time Schedule:

• Pay: Competitive salary, based on experience
• 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday
• One location – Gibsonton, FL (In Office)

Benefits: Our company offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, along with medical, dental, and vision insurance, a health savings account, and life insurance to support your health and wellbeing. You’ll also receive three weeks of PTO plus paid and floating holidays, and room to grow within a stable, expanding organization.