Accounts Payable Lead

We are seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Lead to join our team. This person will play a pivotal role leading the Accounts Payable and T&E function for our growing company. Reporting to the Controller, the AP Lead should be a hands-on operator with deep procure to pay expertise.Responsibilities:Oversee accounts payable, corporate card program and employee reimbursement processEnhance the procure-to-pay cycle, including vendor onboarding, PO discipline, invoice processing and payment execution.Administer the company’s T&E and expense policyMaintain rigorous payment controls, including segregation of duties, payment approvals and fraud prevention.Own vendor master governance: onboarding, W9/W8 collection, bank verification and 1099 reporting.Partner with treasury workflows on payment runs and cash forecasting.Drive automation across invoice capture, coding and matching.Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.8+ years of relevant accounts payable experience.Strong vendor management instincts, including 1099 compliance and vendor risk practicesDemonstrated success accelerating P2P cycle times without sacrificing accuracy or controlMust be organized and detail-orientated with excellent follow-up skills.Must have effective written and oral communication skills.Must be a self-starter, hands-on, “roll up the sleeves” professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to multi-task, work independently, prioritize tasks, honor rules of engagement and follow policies, processes, and procedures.The ability to learn quickly and continuously and maintain a flexible and adaptive mindset necessary for a fast-paced environment.A proactive, self-driven mindset where your growth is dependent on you.Creative problem solving; if you don't know the answer, you’ll know how to find a way to it.