About the role

  • Accounts Payable Lead in a FinTech company managing supplier relationships and invoices. Supporting the AP manager and leading process improvements in accounts payable operations.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the back-up for the AP Manager which may include directing the work of the AP team
  • Accurately collect, independently validate and meticulously maintain supplier/vendor information in all of the company's systems, including contact information, proof of existence, address, method of payment, banking information, insurance certificate, supplier/vendor agreement, and tax details (e.g. W-9 forms), following internal SOX controls
  • Perform TIN matching to verify supplier/vendor tax identification numbers
  • Timely (in accordance with Accounts Payable SLAs) respond to internal or external supplier/vendor servicing requests/inquiries in a professional and customer service-oriented manner. Responses are expected to be complete and eliminate the need for follow-up.
  • Manage internal and external supplier/vendor relationships
  • Quickly resolve supplier/vendor payments issues and discrepancies
  • Reconcile accounts payable subledger and supplier/vendor statements at least monthly
  • Generate reports on supplier/vendor data, including active supplier/vendor count, spending trends and compliance status
  • Perform regular data cleansing activities to ensure supplier/vendor information is accurate and up to date
  • Comply with all company and Accounts Payable policies and procedures, including SOX internal controls, segregation of duties, etc.
  • Support internal and external audits as necessary
  • Assist with year-end 1099 processing
  • Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities in AP, which may include partnering with Treasury and Merchandising
  • Perform ad hoc analysis or duties assigned by the AP manager
  • Process expense reports and execute payment runs
  • Maintain and enforce AP policies, procedures and internal controls

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
  • 7-10+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable, including leadership or supervisory experience
  • Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles and internal controls
  • Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and Excel
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
  • Experience with audits, reconciliations and process improvement initiatives
  • Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
  • Ability to manage high volumes of data and tasks daily
  • Experience collaborating with people at all levels of an organization
  • Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships
  • Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively with others

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, company paid Basic Life/AD&D
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Career Development
  • Employee Purchase Program

Job title

Accounts Payable Lead

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

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