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Accounts Payable Lead

Canton, MA 02021

Posted: 03/21/2025 Employment Type: Contract To Hire Job Category: Accounting & Finance Job Number: 631465 Is job remote?: No

Job Description

Join a dynamic and high-performing Accounts Payable (AP) team as an Accounts Payable Lead, reporting directly to the Accounts Payable Manager. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a critical function within a fast-paced environment, supporting the overall financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Invoice Management: Oversee and execute high-volume invoice entry, ensuring proper coding and timely processing of invoices in accordance with company policies.
  • Payment Processing: Manage and process check runs, wires, and ACH payments in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Accruals: Coordinate monthly accrual processes, ensuring that all liabilities are recorded in the appropriate periods.
  • Aging Reports: Run and analyze aging reports .
  • Vendor Relations: Act as a point of contact for vendors, handling inquiries, obtaining recent statements, and reconciling unbilled expenses to maintain positive relationships and ensure proper accounting.
  • Invoice Approval Process: Oversee the management and routing of invoice approvals through DocuSign and purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the Accounts Payable Manager and team members to review and select payments for approval.
Qualifications:
  • Solid background in accounts payable with hands-on experience in high-volume invoice processing, payment execution, and accruals.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and AP functions, including accruals, aging reports, and vendor management.
  • Proficient in automated ERP systems.
  • Experience working with DocuSign, Purchase Orders, and payment processing systems (ACH, wires, check runs).
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of the AP function.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
  • High energy, proactive, and adaptable with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage and maintain relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
As a key player of the Accounts Payable team, you will have the chance to make a significant impact in a growing company.


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