[Hiring] Accounts Payable Manager @Stitch Fix

Role Description

Stitch Fix is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to join our dynamic Finance organization. In this role, you will serve as a high-impact leader capable of balancing rigorous accounting integrity with business practicality. This is a highly cross-functional position where you will direct the accounts payable and T&E team. You will manage daily operations within the procure-to-pay lifecycle, overseeing vendor relations, travel and business expense activities, and master vendor data.

Additionally, you will serve as a key stakeholder in partnership with Accounting, Merchandising, Operations, Engineering, and Financial Systems teams to evaluate the impact of organizational changes on our P2P processes and provide strategic input on system design and UAT approaches. The ideal candidate is an inquisitive, system-savvy self-starter who possesses superior attention to detail and a commitment to continuous process improvement and team development.

You're excited about this opportunity because you will…

• Manage and develop a high-performing Accounts Payable team, including supervisors, coordinators, and processors, fostering a culture of professional excellence.
• Partner with Accounting, Merchandising, Engineering, and IT to design and implement system updates that support new business initiatives and enhance AP functionality.
• Oversee the administration of the company’s T&E platform and corporate card program, ensuring seamless expense reporting and reimbursement processes for all employees.
• Champion the thoughtful use of agentic AI to improve our workflows and proactively enable new AI functionalities rolled out by our technology vendors.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandising and Operations to identify efficiencies and drive continuous improvements within the AP process.
• Manage the monthly close for accounts payable and related accounts within an agile, data-rich environment, including oversight of AP aging and Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI) accounts.
• Oversee day-to-day operations involving high-volume invoicing and 3-way matching of inventory receipts (~10K+ per month).
• Ensure prompt payment and accurate account reconciliation while providing professional, diplomatic resolution assistance to vendors and internal partners.
• Prepare detailed analyses, schedules, and presentations for Accounts Payable to support internal audits and tax filings.
• Utilize our rich financial datasets to develop meaningful business reporting for management and identify upstream opportunities for process optimization.
• Develop robust metrics to monitor volume and efficiency. Perform root-cause analysis on critical issues to provide visibility to management and influence the Financial Systems/IT roadmap.

Qualifications

• You possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant business field.
• You bring 10+ years of work experience with a deep background in managing accounts payable functions; experience at a public company and/or in the retail sector is highly preferred.
• You have 4+ years of supervisory experience, with a proven ability to lead and motivate teams of both hourly and salaried employees.
• You have extensive experience with financial reporting systems, ERP implementation, and maintaining SOX compliance.
• You are a "key player" in systems implementation, embracing technology to drive decision-making and operational scalability.
• You are well-versed in supply chain operations and the procure-to-pay lifecycle, including invoice ingestion, three-way match, and master data management.
• You are proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Oracle Cloud is a plus.
• You possess an analytical mindset, meticulous attention to detail, and the problem-solving skills necessary to navigate complex financial landscapes.
• You have a solid foundation in technical accounting and a firm understanding of GAAP standards.
• You are a dedicated mentor who establishes clear goals for the professional development of your team members.
• Above all else, you are bright, kind, and motivated by challenge.

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive compensation packages and inclusive health and wellness benefits.
• This role will receive a competitive salary, benefits, and equity.
• The salary for US-based employees hired into this role will be aligned with the range below, which includes our three geographic areas.
• A variety of factors are considered when determining someone’s compensation–including a candidate’s professional background, experience, location, and performance.
• This position is eligible for an annual bonus, and new hire and ongoing grants of restricted stock units, depending on employee and company performance.
• In addition, the position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.