Interim Director, Accounts Payable

Location: Flexible (U.S.-based)

Travel: 25% ongoing; up to 50% during first 60 days

Duration: 3–6 months (with potential overlap to onboard permanent hire)

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Accounts Payable to step in during a leadership transition and provide immediate operational stability while a search is conducted for a permanent AP leader. This role will ensure continuity of day-to-day operations, strengthen AP processes, and support scalability within a complex, multi-ERP environment.

The ideal candidate is a true Accounts Payable subject matter expert—someone who has worked “in the weeds” of AP and brings deep functional knowledge, not just high-level oversight as part of a broader shared services organization.

Key ResponsibilitiesProvide interim leadership for the Accounts Payable function, managing a distributed team of approximately 30–40 employees, including managers and supervisors, across multiple states and locationsMaintain stability and performance of AP operations during leadership transitionDefine, implement, and monitor KPIs and SLAs for the AP organization, establishing structure and visibility where metrics are currently underdevelopedAct as the hands-on AP expert, supporting invoice processing, vendor escalations, and system-related challengesLead AP operations in a highly acquisitive (M&A) environment, managing workload variability and integration of newly acquired entitiesOversee AP processes across multiple ERP systems, ensuring adaptability and consistency as systems evolveSupport onboarding and knowledge transfer for the permanent hire, if an overlap period is requiredTravel ExpectationsApproximately 25% travel on an ongoing basisUp to 50% travel during the first 60 days to visit field offices, including multiple locations across the United StatesRequired QualificationsExtensive, hands-on experience in Accounts Payable leadershipProven experience managing large, geographically dispersed AP teams (30–40+ employees)Concur Invoicing experience is requiredStrong background working in M&A-driven environments with exposure to multiple ERP systemsDemonstrated ability to build structure, define metrics, and improve performance in evolving or underdeveloped AP organizationsComfortable stepping into ambiguity, quickly assessing gaps, and executing practical solutionsPreferred ExperienceInterim or contract leadership experience during periods of transitionExperience stabilizing teams following leadership changesbackground in high-volume AP environments with operational complexity

Please apply if interested, or click the link below to schedule time directly to discuss this opportunity.

https://talentassistant.astoncarter.com/assistant/bookings/wmTaoplS

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $90.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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