Accounts Payable Lead

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Lead to support day-to-day payment operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial processing for a long-term contract opportunity in Los Angeles, California. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong oversight of invoice workflows, vendor payments, and close activities while partnering closely with internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will contribute to a well-organized AP function by improving accuracy, ensuring compliance with payment procedures, and helping keep month-end deliverables on track.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, from invoice receipt through final payment, while ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies.
• Review and assign proper coding for invoices so expenses are recorded correctly across departments, projects, and accounting categories.
• Manage payment execution activities, including scheduled check runs and ACH disbursements, with close attention to timing and controls.
• Support invoice processing volumes by resolving discrepancies, following up on approvals, and maintaining organized documentation.
• Coordinate month-end close tasks related to accounts payable, including reconciliations, accrual support, and status reporting.
• Work within Oracle Fusion and Oracle R12 E-Business Suite to maintain AP records, process transactions, and monitor workflow efficiency.
• Partner with finance and operational teams to address vendor inquiries, clear outstanding items, and reduce processing delays.
• Identify process issues within payable operations and recommend practical improvements to strengthen consistency and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience leading or supervising accounts payable operations in a high-volume environment.
• Strong working knowledge of invoice coding, invoice processing, check runs, and ACH payment procedures.
• Hands-on experience using Oracle Fusion and Oracle R12 E-Business Suite for accounts payable activities.
• Solid understanding of month-end close support, reconciliations, and AP-related financial controls.
• Ability to investigate payment discrepancies and resolve issues with accuracy and professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines consistently.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with vendors, finance teams, and internal business partners.

Compensation

$27.71-$32.09 Hourly

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