Lead - Accounts Payable

Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to oversee workflow and task assignment for AP Specialists, ensuring proper coverage, cross-training, and operational efficiency.
• Review invoices and purchase orders (POs) for accuracy and ensure all proper approvals are obtained.
• Interface with internal and external customers, vendors, and company personnel, responding promptly to inquiries and requests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with assistance from the AP team as needed.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of financial reporting, general ledger structure, and related systems.
• Review vendor W-9 forms and complete vendor setup documentation.
• Prepare account reconciliations and ad hoc management reports as requested.
• Ensure the accuracy of the accounts payable aging report.
• Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate AP records and vendor files.
• Support month-end closing activities and participate in internal and external audits.
• Assist the AP Manager with special projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Audit Travel & Expense (T&E) reports for accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with company policy, ensuring all required receipts are attached.

Qualifications:
• Knowledge of general accounting procedures, especially accounts payable processes.
• Ability to meet deadlines while managing frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.
• Strong computer skills, including business solutions software.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with vendors, support personnel, and management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to change.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintains discretion and confidentiality.
• High level of integrity.
• Associate's Degree.
• Minimum five years of accounts payable experience, including at least one year in a team lead or supervisory role.