Manager, Accounts Payable Operations

Overview:

SageSure is seeking a Manager, Accounts Payable Operations. This role offers a valuable opportunity to grow with the insurance company, its parent, and its affiliated managing general agency as operations are stood up and expanded. The Manager, Accounts Payable Operations will provide transformational leadership to Accounts payable team members coupled with accuracy of processing and coding of invoices, credit card transactions and expenses to ensure SLA’s and accounting policies are met. The individual in this position will work with a dynamic team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in accuracy and financial accountability and reporting. Primary responsibilities include overseeing and managing all aspects of the company's accounts payable function.

The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of accounts payable transactions and possibly some knowledge of risk management as well as cash management, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver work products with a high level of accuracy while consistently meeting related deadlines.

What you’d be doing:

• Accounts Payable Operations

• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors.

• Understanding accounting impacts of vendor payments and accruals.

• Resolve vendor inquiries and disputes.

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices.

• Proactive review of invoices billed and paid versus contract terms

• Review and verify invoice accuracy for completeness and compliance with company policies.

• Coordinate with department heads to obtain necessary approvals for invoices.

• Ensure invoices are accurately integrated into the general ledger system.

• Manage and develop the accounts payable team

• Continuously evaluate and improve accounts payable processes.

• Implement new systems or technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Accounting and Reporting:

• Support accounting to ensure timely and accurate month-end closing procedures.

• Review and sign off on accounts payable reconciliations.

• Ensure compliance with company policies for invoice and expense policies.

• Assist with internal and external audits and inquiries

• Prepare and analyze monthly and quarterly accounts payable reports.

• Identify and report trends and anomalies in payment data.

• Monitor and reconcile vendor accounts.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. NetSuite, Concur, ERP systems).

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Highly preferred candidates also have:

• Experience in MGA/MGU insurance operations

• Certified Public Accountant, CPA

• Experience in Microsoft office suite with intermediate or advanced Excel skills.

• Transformational leadership experience

• Experience in NetSuite, Concur, etc

About SageSure:

Named among the Best Places to Work in Insurance by Business Insurance for four years in a row (2020-2023), SageSure is one of the largest managing general underwriters (MGU) focused on catastrophe-exposed markets in the US. Since its founding in 2009, SageSure has experienced exceptional growth while generating underwriting profits for carrier partners through hurricanes, wildfires, and hail. Available in 16 states, SageSure offers more than 50 competitively priced home, flood, earthquake, and commercial products on behalf of its highly rated carrier partners. Today, SageSure manages more than $1.9 billion of inforce premium and helps protect 640,000 policyholders.

SageSure has more than 1000 employees working remotely or in-office across nine offices: Cheshire, Connecticut; Chicago, Illinois; Cincinnati, Ohio; Houston, Texas; Jersey City, New Jersey; Mountain View, California; Marlton, New Jersey; Tallahassee, Florida; and Seattle, Washington.

SageSure offers generous health benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement, wellness allowance, paid volunteer time off, a matching 401K plan, and more.

SageSure is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the spectrum of perspectives, experiences, and abilities of the world we live in. We recognize that our differences make us strong, and we actively seek out diverse candidates through partnerships with organizations, institutions and communities that represent various backgrounds. We champion belonging and inclusion for all identities, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, ability status, gender, and country of origin, striving to create a culture where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

Our nimble, highly responsive culture nurtures critical thinkers who run toward problems and engineer solutions. We relentlessly pursue better outcomes by investing in the technology, talent, and tools that position us to succeed in demanding markets. Come join our team! Visit sagesure.com/careers to find a position for you.