Manager - Accounts Payable

About the role

Gulfport Energy Corporation is an Oklahoma City-based independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company with its principal properties located in the Utica Shale in Eastern Ohio, the SCOOP Woodford and SCOOP Springer plays in Central Oklahoma.

Gulfport aims to create sustainable value through the economic development of our significant resource plays in the Utica and SCOOP operating areas. Our strategy is to develop our assets in an environmentally responsible manner, while generating sustainable cash flow, improving margins and operating efficiencies and returning capital to shareholders. To accomplish these goals, we allocate capital expenditures to projects we believe offer the highest rate of return and we deploy leading drilling and completion techniques and technologies in our development efforts.

• Title: Manager - Accounts Payable
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time
• FLSA: United States of America (Exempt)

Job Summary

The Manager - Accounts Payable oversees all accounts payable functions to ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of invoices, payments, employee expenses, and vendor transactions. This role leads the accounts payable team, maintains strong internal controls, supports financial reporting requirements, and fosters positive relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. The Accounts Payable Manager also drives process improvements, system efficiencies, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards. This position is based in our Oklahoma City office.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage, coach, and develop the Accounts Payable team.
• Strategically manage team growth, workload fluctuations, cross-training needs, and automation /AI opportunities across accounts payable processes.
• Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback.
• Coordinate workload distribution to ensure timely completion of responsibilities.
• Support employee training and professional development initiatives.
• Promote a culture of customer service and continuous improvement.
• Participate in-or lead, as appropriate-company initiatives in which Accounts Payable is a stakeholder.
• Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice receipt, coding, approval routing, payment processing, and vendor maintenance.
• Ensure accurate processing of invoices in accordance with company policies and delegated authority requirements.
• Monitor invoice aging and resolve payment issues to maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Ensure the timely completion of accounts payable month-end and year-end close activities, including 1099 reporting, and manage the associated balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent duplicate or fraudulent payments.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, SOX considerations, tax regulations, audit requirements, and company procedures.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit inquiries.
• Oversee vendor record maintenance, including tax documentation and compliance requirements.
• Monitor adherence to approval workflows and purchasing policies.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce processing costs, and improve efficiency.
• Lead automation initiatives and optimize accounts payable technologies and ERP systems.
• Develop and maintain departmental procedures, documentation, and training materials.
• Support system upgrades, testing, and implementation projects affecting accounts payable operations.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for vendor concerns and payment disputes.
• Partner with other accounting functions, Procurement, Treasury, and Operations to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and internal customers.
• Ensure high levels of customer service while balancing company policy compliance.
• Prepare and review accounts payable reports and key performance indicators.
• Analyze trends and recommend improvements to payment practices and vendor management.
• Deliver accurate and timely reporting to leadership, as needed.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles and internal controls.
• Experience with leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in the Upstream O&G industry preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience with ERP systems and automated invoice-processing platforms, preferably OpenInvoice and/or Quorum.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to use a computer or phone for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift 10 pounds occasionally
• Ability to concentrate
• Ability to sit for long periods of time

Position Type and Expected Hours

• This is a full-time exempt position. Days and hours of work will vary due to workload and needs of the company.
• Travel: Minimal travel is expected for this position.