Accounts Payable Lead

RPM Staffing Professionals • Allen, TX

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About The Position

Temp RPM Staffing is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to oversee an accounts payable department in McKinney, Texas! The well qualified candidate will ensure the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. In this leadership role, you will manage a team responsible for handling the company's invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments in compliance with company policies and budgetary guidelines. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a solid background in accounting or finance to drive operational efficiency and support financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the accounts payable team, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure efficient and high-quality operations. Oversee the end-to-end processing of invoices, expense reports, and payments, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures. Review, approve, and process invoices for payment, verifying accuracy, compliance with budgets, and proper documentation. Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and address invoice or payment issues in a timely manner. Maintain accurate and organized records of all accounts payable transactions, invoices, payments, and vendor information. Prepare, analyze, and distribute accounts payable reports, offering insights to management on cash flow, expense trends, and financial performance. Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve vendor payment issues, account discrepancies, and related inquiries. Respond promptly to vendor inquiries regarding invoices and payments. Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations, financial reporting, and supporting audits. Analyze accounts payable processes to identify opportunities for improvement and implement best practices to enhance efficiency. Stay abreast of industry trends, accounting standards, and regulatory changes to optimize the accounts payable function. Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable financial regulations.

Requirements

• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills for effective team leadership and stakeholder interactions.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with precision.
• Typing speed of at least 40 words per minute.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) and similar software.
• Knowledge of spreadsheets and accounting software for data management and reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills, especially Excel for data analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to handle complex financial discrepancies.
• Proven ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster team collaboration and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounts payable team, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure efficient and high-quality operations.
• Oversee the end-to-end processing of invoices, expense reports, and payments, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Review, approve, and process invoices for payment, verifying accuracy, compliance with budgets, and proper documentation.
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and address invoice or payment issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all accounts payable transactions, invoices, payments, and vendor information.
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute accounts payable reports, offering insights to management on cash flow, expense trends, and financial performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve vendor payment issues, account discrepancies, and related inquiries.
• Respond promptly to vendor inquiries regarding invoices and payments.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations, financial reporting, and supporting audits.
• Analyze accounts payable processes to identify opportunities for improvement and implement best practices to enhance efficiency.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, accounting standards, and regulatory changes to optimize the accounts payable function.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable financial regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level