Manager, Accounts Payable

Datadog

. Lead, coach, and develop AP and Expense team members .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $94,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounts payable and expense management, with a strong focus on team leadership, operational efficiency, and compliance. Proficient in utilizing financial platforms and developing performance metrics to drive process improvements and ensure accurate reporting.

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Accounts Payable ManagementTeam LeadershipInvoice ProcessingFinancial ComplianceProcurement Platforms

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Hard Skills

Invoice ProcessingPurchase OrdersPaymentsExpense ManagementReconciliationsAccrualsMonthly Close1099 ReportingOperational ImprovementsPerformance Metrics

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationCommunicationStakeholder ManagementJudgmentAccountability

Tools & Technologies

ZipNetSuiteRampERP SystemsTableau

Industry Keywords

Accounts PayableExpense OperationsProcure-to-PayFinancial ControlsAudit Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and develop AP and Expense team members
Manage team performance, staffing, workload allocation, and day-to-day execution
Build a high-performing team with clear expectations, strong accountability, and consistent results
Oversee invoice processing, purchase order matching, coding, approvals, payments, vendor inquiries, and employee expense operations
Ensure AP and Expense activities are accurate, timely, and compliant with company policies and controls
Own balance sheet reconciliations, AP close activities, accrual support, aging reviews, and related reporting
Lead annual 1099 reporting and support AP-related tax and compliance requirements
Serve as primary AP contact for internal and external audits
Monitor unmatched invoices, open purchase orders, payment exceptions, duplicate payments, credits, and other outstanding items
Identify inefficiencies and lead AP and Expense process improvements
Drive automation and AI initiatives for invoice processing, matching, approvals, reconciliations, exception handling, and reporting
Develop reporting and insights using Zip, Ramp, Tableau, ERP systems, and other operational data sources
Establish and monitor performance metrics including processing volume, aging, cycle times, exception rates, and on-time payments
Partner with Procurement, Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Finance, and business teams on cross-functional initiatives
Evaluate complex issues, advise team members and stakeholders, and recommend practical solutions
Escalate risks and issues affecting costs, controls, service levels, or short-term business goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in accounts payable, Expenses, accounting operations, or procure-to-pay, including people-management experience
Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance, and deliver reliable results
Experience owning and improving an operational area with measurable impact
Strong knowledge of invoice processing, purchase orders, payments, expense management, reconciliations, accruals, and the monthly close
Experience managing 1099 reporting and supporting internal and external audits
Experience using procurement or finance platforms such as Zip, NetSuite, and Ramp
Sound judgment when addressing diverse challenges, applying policies, and escalating financial or operational risks
Strong cross-functional collaboration, communication, and stakeholder-management skills
Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and reliability in a high-volume environment
A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and equity package
Variable compensation may be included
Healthcare benefits
Dental benefits
Parental planning benefits
Mental health benefits
401(k) plan and match
Paid time off
Fitness reimbursements
Discounted employee stock purchase plan