Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Billing, Communication Skills, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), General Ledger Accounting, Maintain Compliance, Operational Support, Operations, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Sales Pipeline, Time Management
Accounts Payable Lead
Location: Chicago, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000 (commensurate with experience)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced AP Lead to oversee the day-to-day accounts payable function for a growing organization in Chicago. This hands-on role is responsible for leading daily AP operations, supporting and guiding AP staff, and ensuring timely, accurate processing of invoices and payments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice entry, coding, approvals, and payment runs
- Serve as the point of escalation for AP issues, vendor inquiries, and discrepancies
- Review AP work for accuracy and completeness while providing day-to-day guidance to the team
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and established AP procedures
- Reconcile AP activity to the general ledger and assist with month-end close
- Support audits and participate in process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- 4–6 years of accounts payable experience, including a AP Lead/Manager role
- Strong understanding of core AP processes and internal controls
- Experience with ERP systems and Excel
- Strong communication skills and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
We are proactively building a pipeline of AP Leads/Manager for current and future opportunities in the Chicago market. If you are a hands-on AP professional ready to take the next step, we encourage you to apply. For confidential consideration, email your resume directly to ieasthope@talentsphere.ca
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