Accounts Payable Manager - Payments & Card Programs

POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounts Payable Manager - Payments & Card Programs manages the daily operations of AP payment operations (Check, ACH, Virtual Card) and oversees the company’s card programs (T&E, Procurement Card, Virtual Card) The incumbent reviews and develops business processes to increase efficiency, enhance productivity, and improve stakeholder experience. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee AP payment operations including Check, ACH, and Virtual Card Payments to ensure complete, accurate and timely payment to vendors (may include vendors who support and provide services for the National Accounts customer portfolio). Lead payment optimization efforts to maximize working capital, discounts and rebates, including coordination of campaigns to grow the Virtual Card Payment program, early pay discounting, and supply chain financing. Manage the AP bank function, including payment voids/cancels, positive pay review, and non-AR bank deposits. Ensure proper due diligence is completed for changes to existing supplier payment methods and establishment of payment methods for new suppliers. Oversee Travel and Entertainment (T&E) and Procurement (pCard) programs.  Establishes and monitors the expense reporting and approval process in ERP systems. Administer the issuance of new cards, changes to existing card holder limits and MCC code permissions. Manage the process for turning off cards held by terminated employees. Oversee the Card Program Audit function, establishing audit rules and reviewing flagged expense transactions. Ensure compliance with the Company's expense policies and take action to notify appropriate personnel when misuse is suspected. Manage relationships with third parties including banks, card issuers, check print and mail service providers, and supply chain finance partners. Ensure service level agreements are met and address any performance issues with third party providers. Collaborates with third parties on process improvements and new service offerings. Ensure all procedures are followed and remain in compliance with established SOX controls. Implement and perform quality management and measurement processes related to payment completeness, accuracy, timeliness and transparency as required. Collaborate with other department personnel to determine root cause of process errors and associated process improvement solutions. Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent. QUALIFICATIONS: Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency with Excel. Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role preferred. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 4-7 years accounts receivable, accounts payable, financial analysis or accounting experience. This is a hybrid role requiring onsite presence in our Phoenix, AZ office. This candidate will be required to work onsite 4-days per week, with the option to work 1-day per week remote. Please note, this position is not sponsorship eligible. Rewarding Compensation and Benefits Eligible employees can elect to participate in: • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts.  • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.   ABOUT THE COMPANY Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world. In 2025, Republic’s total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills. Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer. Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are commit