Accounts Payable Lead bei Bluegrass Care Navigators

Description

Accounts Payable Lead

Location: Lexington, KY

At BCN we are committed to a work setting that treats all team members with fairness, dignity, and respect. We offer our team members an opportunity to grow, to develop professionally, and to work in a team environment. You can help our team make a lasting difference for our families. Join #TeamBCN where your work matters and your time is valued.

We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Autonomy in your workday
• Flexible Schedules to support work/life balance (select positions)
• Mileage Reimbursement for work-related driving
• Up to 24 days of PTO accrued within the first year of employment
• 8 Paid Holidays (including day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve)
• Educational Assistance up to $3,000 per year & College Tuition Discounts
• Free Continuing Education Credits

About the role: 

The Accounts Payable Lead is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments. This role serves as a liaison between the Accounts Payable (AP) team, internal departments and vendors, while also supporting process improvements, training and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Accounts Payable Lead Position Duties & Responsibilities:

• Leads and supports the AP team in processing invoices and payments.
• Reviews and verifies invoices and payments for accuracy, appropriate documentation, approvals and proper account coding.
• Manages the review, coding, and reconciliation of corporate credit card transactions to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and alignment with company expense policies.
• Ensures timely payments to vendors in accordance with agreed-upon terms.
• Acts as the primary point of contact for internal teams and vendors responding to and resolving discrepancies timely.
• Works with vendors to increase ACH payment utilization.
• Monitors AP aging reports and escalates issues as needed.
• Monitors cash needs and collaborates with the finance team on weekly cash requirements.
• Assists in month and year-end processes including accruals and reporting.
• Trains and mentors AP staff by providing feedback and guidance.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement and automation and supports implementation of new processes, programs and best practices.
• Supports internal and external audits by preparing documentation as necessary.
• Completes timely bank deposits as needed.
• Ensures compliance with internal controls and company policies and procedures.
• As needed, supports mergers, acquisitions, and incoming affiliations through due diligence and integration planning.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Some college coursework in business preferred.
• Previous experience managing a team preferred.
• 5-10 years of general office experience preferred.
• 4-5 years of bookkeeping or accounts payable experience required.
• Proficiency in required computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite