Accounts Payable Lead
Responsibilities:
• Oversee the day-to-day accounts payable workflow to ensure invoices, expense submissions, and payment requests are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Examine supporting documentation, align invoices with purchase orders and receiving records, and confirm transactions meet company requirements before approval.
• Investigate payment or billing discrepancies by working closely with vendors and cross-functional teams to reach timely resolution.
• Coordinate ACH transactions, check runs, and other payment methods while maintaining accuracy and appropriate authorization controls.
• Maintain organized vendor files and financial records, ensuring all documentation is complete, current, and audit-ready.
• Reconcile payable balances, review outstanding items, and support month-end close activities with accurate reporting.
• Respond promptly to questions from suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding invoice status, payments, and account details.
• Assist with audit requests by gathering records, explaining processes, and providing documentation tied to accounts payable activity.
• Reinforce adherence to internal controls, financial policies, and tax-related procedures, including support for 1099 processing and sales/use tax requirements.
• Provide direction, coaching, and day-to-day support to accounts payable team members to strengthen performance and promote growth.
Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in accounts payable, general accounting, or a closely related finance function.• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred.
• Hands-on experience processing invoices, coding transactions, managing check runs, and handling ACH payments.
• Working knowledge of accounting platforms and ERP systems, along with solid proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage high-volume invoice activity while maintaining strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience reconciling vendor statements, reviewing payable balances, and supporting payment scheduling activities.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines effectively.
• Familiarity with audit support, internal controls, and compliance requirements related to accounts payable functions.
Compensation
$65,000.00-$75,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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