• Accounts Payable Lead

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Annapolis, MD)


    Description

    Robert Half has a new direct-hire opening for an Accounts Payable Team Lead. The Accounts Payable Lead is a senior individual contributor responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounts payable operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies. This role serves as a subject-matter expert and go-to resource for the AP function, supporting process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Lead daily accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations

    + Serve as the primary point of contact for complex AP issues, escalations, and vendor inquiries

    + Review invoices and payment runs for accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with policies

    + Support month-end and year-end close activities related to accounts payable

    + Partner with Accounting, Procurement, and other departments to resolve discrepancies

    + Maintain and improve AP processes, documentation, and internal controls

    + Assist with audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor requests

    + Provide guidance and informal support to AP team members through knowledge-sharing and best practices

    + Monitor AP metrics (e.g., aging, payment timeliness) and recommend improvements

    + Ensure compliance with tax requirements, company policies, and regulatory standards

    Requirements

    • Associate degree in accounting and relevant experience in an accounting role.

    • Proficiency in computer applications, including advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

    • 3+ years of accounts payable experience

    • Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

    • Attention to detail and problem-solving aptitude.

    • Familiarity with Concur systems is preferred.

    • Experience in managing and processing 1099 forms for vendors.

     

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