Accounts Payable Team Lead

Accountstaff (EA); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to oversee the accounts payable function. The role involves supervising daily operations, ensuring compliance, training team members, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to improve processes. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and have substantial experience in Accounts Payable, aiming to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with process improvement or automation initiatives is a plus.
• Strong ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the Accounts Payable team to ensure compliance.
• Monitor invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor queries.
• Train and develop team members for high performance.

Skills

Knowledge of AP principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

Workday system

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the daily operations of the Accounts Payable team, ensuring compliance with company policies and internal controls.

• Monitor invoice processing, payment runs, vendor queries, and reconciliations.

• Ensure invoices are accurately coded, approved, and processed in a timely manner.

• Support month-end close activities related to AP, including accruals and reporting.

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and implement automation or best practices.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and vendors on AP matters.

• Train, coach, and develop team members to build a high-performing AP function.

• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, and IT teams to ensure end-to-end efficiency.

• Assist with audits and provide documentation and analysis as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 4+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role.

• Strong knowledge of AP principles, general ledger interactions, and Workday system.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and lead in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with process improvement or automation initiatives is a plus.