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Salary Range: 105000 to 120000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

About Canopy Aerospace & Defense

Canopy A&D is built to accelerate the future of advanced materials for space, defense, and maritime systems. Canopy delivers specialized materials and components that carry customers from concept through sustainment. Canopy A&D’s advanced signal attenuation technologies and production-scale manufacturing accelerate the fielding of platforms that are faster, cooler, and quieter. Our adaptive approach ensures solutions evolve at the pace of shifting challenges, keeping our customers ahead of the curve.

The AR/AP Manager is responsible for overseeing all accounts receivable and accounts payable functions across Canopy Aerospace and Defense U.S. operations. This role ensures the accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and cash application while maintaining strong internal controls.

Reporting to the Controller, this position will manage and develop a team of AR and AP professionals and partner cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and leadership to support the company’s financial objectives. The ideal candidate brings experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace environments and thrives in a multi-site organization.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all accounts receivable and accounts payable functions across U.S. locations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness
Manage billing, invoicing, cash application, and collections processes to optimize cash flow
Monitor aging reports and drive timely collections while resolving customer billing discrepancies in partnership with sales and program teams
Establish and maintain credit policies and conduct customer account reviews
Lead full-cycle accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, approvals, and vendor payments
Ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices in accordance with agreed-upon terms
Maintain strong vendor relationships and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies
Oversee expense reporting and corporate card processes, as applicable
Supervise, mentor, and develop AR/AP team members, including setting performance expectations and providing ongoing coaching
Drive process standardization and consistency across multiple locations
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and accuracy
Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements
Support month-end and year-end close activities related to AR/AP
Assist with ERP system enhancements, implementations, or process optimization initiatives
Partner cross-functionally with procurement, operations, and finance teams to support business needs
Provide reporting and insights to leadership on cash flow, payables, and receivables trends

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7+ years of progressive experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, or general accounting
3+ years of experience managing or leading a team
Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial processes
Experience overseeing full-cycle AR and/or AP functions
Experience working in a high-volume transaction environment
Experience managing multi-site banking operations
Experience managing 1099 reporting
Experience managing Sales & Use Tax reporting
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner cross-functionally

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace manufacturing environments
Experience supporting multi-site or multi-entity operations
Experience with ERP implementations, system enhancements, or process automation initiatives
Knowledge of cost accounting or exposure to manufacturing finance processes
Experience driving process improvements and standardization across locations
Prior experience in a high-growth or scaling organization

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Total compensation will also include a comprehensive set of benefits including but not limited to: Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance. Retirement plan participation (eligibility required), paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to US Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) US Citizen, (ii) lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (aka green card holder), (iii) protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Canopy A&D is an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment with Canopy A&D is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Manager

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