Manager of Accounts Payable

Robinhood
Chicago +2 more
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience managing AP operations with P2P and ERP systems.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with leadership experience in AP and a background in P2P/ERP automation
    — “play a leadership role in end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, including daily payment processing, system implementation / upgrades”
  • Professionals with a track record of process improvement and control design
    — “Design and implement logical, well-structured processes with clearly defined roles, responsibilities, and controls.”
  • Individuals with cross-functional collaboration experience and influence beyond direct authority
    — “Build and maintain effective cross-functional relationships across Finance, Treasury, and business partners, exercising influence and credibility beyond direct authority.”

Things to consider

  • In-office attendance is required for at least 3 days per week
    — “with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.”
  • This role demands accountability for internal controls even when senior stakeholders request deviations
    — “Uphold internal controls and approval protocols consistently, including in situations where deviation is requested by senior stakeholders”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience with Coupa, Oracle, and other P2P/ERP tools in your resume and interviews
    — “direct experience with Coupa, Oracle, Brex, Ramp, Navan, or Workday strongly preferred”
  • Demonstrate your ability to lead automation initiatives with AI and robotics in AP workflows
    — “Identify and lead automation initiatives — including AI and robotics-enabled solutions”
  • Showcase a history of leading process improvement and system implementation projects
    — “Demonstrated experience leading system implementations, process improvement initiatives, and automation programs.”
  • Emphasize your track record in managing cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders
    — “Build and maintain effective cross-functional relationships across Finance, Treasury, and business partners”
  • Demonstrate expertise in non-USD payments and tax compliance (VAT/GST, Sales & Use Tax)
    — “Working knowledge of non-USD and manual payment processing, Sales & Use Tax, VAT/GST, and Form 1099 requirements.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • end-to-end ownership of AP operations
  • automation initiatives
Typical background
strong domain expertise in APstrategic and tactical mindset

Skills & requirements

Required

Accounts Payable OperationsProcess ImprovementAutomationPerformance MetricsInvoice-to-pay CycleSpecialized Payment OperationsVendor Discrepancy InvestigationERP System Integration

Preferred

AI And Robotics-enabled SolutionsCoupaOracle

About the role

Original posting from Robinhood via Greenhouse

Join us in building the future of finance.

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. 

Robinhood is seeking a Senior Manager to play a leadership role in its Accounts Payable function. This role includes end-to-end ownership of AP operations, with a mandate to advance process maturity, drive automation, and strengthen controls across a Procure-to-Pay (P2P) environment integrated with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. The successful candidate will combine strong domain expertise with a strategic and tactical mindset, and will be responsible for developing a high-performing team.

This role is based in our  Chicago, IL, Menlo Park, CA, New York, NY office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams. 

What you’ll do

Play a leadership role in end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, including daily payment processing, system implementation / upgrades, process improvement, and ongoing optimization across the P2P and ERP environment (Coupa, Oracle).

Oversee two-way and three-way PO matching, invoice exception resolution, and vendor discrepancy investigation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of the invoice-to-pay cycle.

Identify and lead automation initiatives — including AI and robotics-enabled solutions — to improve efficiency and accuracy within AP workflows.

Design and implement logical, well-structured processes with clearly defined roles, responsibilities, and controls.

Establish and maintain performance metrics and reporting frameworks to support data-driven decision-making.

Independently research, analyze, and resolve non-routine issues, discrepancies, and policy interpretation questions.

Oversee specialized payment operations, including non-USD and manual payment processing, Sales & Use Tax and VAT/GST compliance, Form 1099 issuance, and AP-related Treasury support activities.

Manage corporate card, travel, and expense reimbursement programs in partnership with Brex, Ramp, and Navan, including policy compliance and reconciliation.

Partner with HR/People teams on vendor and payment data managed through Workday.

Build and maintain effective cross-functional relationships across Finance, Treasury, and business partners, exercising influence and credibility beyond direct authority.

Lead, mentor, and develop AP team members, tailoring management approach to individual skill levels and supporting career growth.

Uphold internal controls and approval protocols consistently, including in situations where deviation is requested by senior stakeholders, to safeguard against fraud risk.

What you bring

Minimum 7–8 years of core Accounts Payable experience in a comparable business environment, including a P2P system integrated with an ERP platform.

Hands-on experience with PO matching (2-way/3-way match), invoice exception handling, and vendor reconciliation.

Demonstrated experience leading system implementations, process improvement initiatives, and automation programs.

Working knowledge of non-USD and manual payment processing, Sales & Use Tax, VAT/GST, and Form 1099 requirements.

Proficiency with P2P, ERP, and corporate spend management tools — direct experience with Coupa, Oracle, Brex, Ramp, Navan, or Workday strongly preferred; ability to apply best practices from comparable systems (e.g., SAP, Concur) also valued.

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and reporting acumen.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative and flexible working style.

A consistent record of role stability and tenure in prior positions.

What we offer

Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career.

Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.

Top Tier benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.

Access to the Robinhood Employee Fund that gives eligible US employees the opportunity to invest in a private employee fund that provides exposure to Robinhood Ventures funds.

Access to the best AI tools on the market and continuous AI skill-building for every employee, technical or not. 

Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.

Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.

Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!

Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces. 

In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.

Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.

Base Pay Range:

Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)$123,000—$145,000 USDZone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)$109,000—$128,000 USDZone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)$96,000—$113,000 USDClick here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.

If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.

AI Usage Disclosure: Robinhood uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruiting process. These tools enhance the efficiency and consistency of our hiring process; however, all hiring decisions are made by our hiring teams.

Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.

Source: Robinhood careers (Greenhouse)

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