Accounts Payable Lead
Bhired • Queens, New York • Full Time • $75,000–$90,000 / year
Posted on Wed, Aug 26, 2026
Accounts Payable Lead | Queens, NY · $75,000–$90,000
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Accounts Payable Lead to join our team. This is a hands-on, in-person role for someone who can juggle multiple client accounts, own the full AP and payroll cycle, and hold themselves to a high standard of accuracy and professionalism. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable
- Own the full AP cycle: receive, verify, and reconcile invoices accurately and on time
- Perform invoice and GL data entry, selecting appropriate accounts and attaching invoices in the system
- Manage vendor W-9 collection and maintain vendor records
- Track payment schedules and process payments via check, online vendor accounts, and online banking
- Monitor AP aging reports, verify balances, and guide clients on payment prioritization
- Identify and flag fraudulent or duplicate invoices; process credits, adjustments, and corrections
- Issue stop payments, manage cash flow, and process fund transfers as needed
- Handle employee reimbursements and generate purchase orders
- Process 1099 reports at year-end; produce AP-related reports and handle ad hoc requests
- Support month-end close with accurate, timely reporting
Payroll
- Process bi-weekly and monthly payroll cycles accurately and on time, including during high-volume or complex weeks
- Review timesheets, compute earnings and deductions, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws
- Handle off-cycle checks, bonuses, terminations, and payroll adjustments
- Maintain payroll records, employee data, and system updates
- Reconcile payroll reports and coordinate with accounting for accurate GL entries
- Prepare and file quarterly and year-end payroll reports (W-2s, 1099s, etc.)
- Onboard new payroll clients and document processes to enable delegation and coverage
Client & Team Relations
- Serve as the primary AP contact for clients, communicating clearly, proactively, and professionally
- Guide clients on payment prioritization based on aging, urgency, and business impact
- Communicate issues and risks to leadership promptly, framing problems in a way that drives resolution
- Collaborate with account leads, offshore staff, and operations to ensure high-quality service delivery
- Provide training, guidance, and support to team members within your areas of expertise
Qualifications
- 3+ years of accounts payable experience required
- 2+ years of payroll processing experience; multi-state payroll strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines in a high-volume environment
- Strong knowledge of payroll laws and compliance: FLSA, state/local tax, garnishments
- Proficiency in payroll and accounting software (ADP, Paychex, Gusto, QuickBooks Payroll, or equivalent)
- Strong Excel skills and data entry accuracy
- Solid understanding of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping principles
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management
- Clear, structured written and verbal communication skills
Interested? Send your resume to: Sapo@bhirednyc.com
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