Accounts Payable Manager - Remote US Based Company MODE Global is the 5th largest truckload broker and largest non-asset intermodal provider in North America. With over 200 agents/offices distributed from coast to coast, MODE Global operates under a family of businesses and brands, delivering as a premier full-service solutions provider to the logistics industry. Job Summary The Accounts Payable Manager oversees all payables related to transportation, warehousing, and value-added services within a third-party logistics (3PL) environment. The role ensures accurate, timely processing of high-volume carrier and vendor invoices, alignment with customer contracts, and strong financial controls. This leader partners closely with Operations, Customer Solutions, and Billing to maintain margin integrity, resolve discrepancies, and support scalable growth across multiple clients and service lines.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy Manage end-to-end AP for carriers, drayage providers, parcel networks, warehouse vendors, and subcontracted logistics partners. Supervise and develop AP specialists responsible for logistics payables across multiple customer accounts.
• Vendor & Carrier Management Serve as the primary escalation point for carriers and logistics vendors regarding payment status, disputes, and contract compliance. Investigate overcharges, duplicate billing, accessorial discrepancies, and detention/demurrage claims.
• Financial Accuracy, Analytics & Controls Lead improvements in AP workflows across ERP, TMS, WMS, and freight audit/payment platforms. Develop KPIs for invoice accuracy, dispute cycle time, cost recovery, and processing efficiency.
• Process Improvement & Analytics Identify, recommend, and lead initiatives to automate or streamline Procure-to-Pay processes, leveraging insights from vendor performance, invoice trends, and operational data.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of AP experience, with at least 2–3 years in a 3PL, transportation, or freight-billing environment.
• Strong understanding of carrier contracts, accessorials, freight terms, and multi-client cost allocation.
• Experience managing high-volume, complex logistics invoices across multiple modes (LTL, TL, parcel, drayage, international).
• Proficiency with ERP and TMS platforms; strong Excel and data validation skills.
• Leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop, and scale a team. Desired Skills
• Proven leadership experience, including mentoring or managing team members.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines. Working Conditions Full-time position with occasional extended hours based on business needs, deadlines, or project requirements. Travel as required. At MODE, we’re dedicated to providing our employees with a working environment where they can flourish professionally and personally. You can expect an inclusive and supportive workplace where people help each other succeed. Our benefits package is exceptional, including medical, dental, and vision with flexible time off policies. We believe in the future of our employees, so we offer a generous match to your 401k plan. With locations all across the United States, you can join us in providing transportation and logistics solutions to our customers. MODE Global is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply To this Job Apply To This Job

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