Accounts Payable Lead

Job Description: Accounts Payable Lead

As our Accounts Payable Lead, you will oversee the day-to-day accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and vendor payments while supporting the financial integrity of the organization. This role is responsible for leading the Accounts Payable team, driving process improvements, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and partnering with Operations and internal departments to ensure efficient and compliant AP practices.

Key Responsibilities

AP Operations

• Oversee daily accounts payable activities within a high-volume processing environment.
• Review and approve invoices, expense reports, and payment batches for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments in accordance with company policies and payment terms.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and proactively address outstanding issues.
• Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable balances, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain vendor master records and ensure accuracy of vendor information.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations and accruals.

Leadership & Collaboration 

• Lead, mentor, and support the Accounts Payable team to achieve performance objectives and service standards.
• Serve as a key point of contact for AP-related questions from vendors, Operations, and internal departments.
• Assist with training and development of AP team members and support cross-functional knowledge sharing.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments to ensure timely approvals and issue resolution.

Process Improvement & Compliance 

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes, workflows, and efficiencies.
• Support implementation of best practices and system enhancements.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Prepare accounts payable reports, metrics, and analysis for management review.

What You Bring 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3 to 7+ years of progressive accounts payable or accounting experience.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
• Experience working in a high-volume accounts payable environment.
• Knowledge of Wynne (RentalMan) software preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, controls, and accounting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced