The Manager, Accounts Payable oversees complex and high risk accounts payable functions for the University, including construction payments, AP to Pays transactions, and assigned supplier accounts. The position provides supervision to accounts payable staff and ensures compliance with Florida Statutes, State University System regulations, and University policies and procedures while supporting efficient, accurate, and timely payment processing.
FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.
Job Description Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Supervises accounts payable staff responsible for coding expenses, verifying and processing invoices, and issuing payments.
- Manages AP-to-Pay processing, ensuring accurate conversion, documentation and compliance.
- Manages and processes complex accounts payable transactions, including construction-related invoices, ad hoc payments, non-travel expense reports and supplier invoice requests.
- Manages accounts payable processing for assigned supplier accounts, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Oversees team development, including training, coaching, workload distribution, and performance management.
- Resolves escalated supplier and departmental inquiries related to complex or disputed payments by researching discrepancies, including missing or delayed payments.
- Serves as subject matter expert for accounts payable processes, including assisting in the development of training materials, and leading workshops and training sessions for campus partners.
- Supports departmental implementation and process improvement projects related to accounts payable.
- Generates monthly and quarterly department reports and ensures appropriate documentation is maintained and available for audit.
- Assists in developing and implementing workflows, policies, procedures, and control systems to enhance operations. Gathers feedback from campus partners and communicates policies and procedures effectively.
- Assists with year-end close activities and required reporting.
- Assists in establishing operational goals and objectives that align with the strategic plan.
- Maintains Financial Disclosure in accordance with Chapter 112 F.S.
Other Duties:
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description Required Qualifications:
- This position requires either seven years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, or other closely related field and three years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
- Experience supervising or leading staff.
- Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook).
- Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Business Management or related field.
- Eight years of directly related full-time experience.
- Four years of supervisory experience.
- Experience in Higher Education.
- Experience with Workday ERP system.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.
- Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams.
- Knowledge of university policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations related to payables.
- Knowledge of or ability to learn Workday or similar enterprise financial management software application.
- Knowledge of or ability to learn online card platforms or banking systems.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects.
- Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
- Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
- The ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and complex demands are involved.
- Ability to use effective decision making and problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures consistently.
- Ability to collect, analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
- Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing information, guidance, and motivation.
- Ability to develop training presentations and programs.
Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation: In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas.
- Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
- Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.
Pay Grade 17 FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Florida Gulf Coast University
May 13, 2026