Associate Director, Accounts Payable

Deciphera Pharmaceuticals • Waltham, MA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on, strategic Associate Director, Accounts Payable to lead and evolve the AP function while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day operations. This role combines leadership, process optimization, and high-volume transaction execution to ensure accurate, timely, and scalable payment operations across a global organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) with 10+ years of progressive AP experience, including high-volume processing
• 3+ years of people management experience
• Strong expertise in procure-to-pay workflows, invoice matching, and payment execution
• Experience driving process improvements while remaining hands-on in operations
• Proficiency in ERP systems, AP automation tools, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Knowledge of global AP processes, including European VAT requirements
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment with competing priorities

Nice To Haves

• Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries
• Background in a public company environment with SOX compliance
• Familiarity with systems such as Oracle Fusion and SAP Concur

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, including high-volume invoice processing, vendor payments, and issue resolution
• Review, code, and validate invoices against purchase orders, contracts, and approval workflows
• Execute payment runs (ACH, wire, check, credit card) and ensure compliance with payment terms
• Support month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting
• Drive process improvements and automation across procure-to-pay (P2P) workflows to enhance efficiency and scalability
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to cycle time, invoice aging, and operational performance
• Ensure strong internal controls, SOX compliance, and audit readiness, while mitigating fraud risk
• Lead and mentor AP and T&E team members, serving as an escalation point for complex issues
• Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Procurement, FP&A, IT, and Legal to improve processes and outcomes

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and more.
• Generous parental leave and family planning benefits.
• Outstanding culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees