Accounts Payable Lead — Automation & Process Excellence

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting seeks an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume AP function, drive process improvements, automation, and operational excellence in a fast-paced finance team.

This role oversees vendor payments, invoice processing, month-end close, internal controls, and AP team development, partnering with Finance, Purchasing, and Operations to strengthen financial operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of Accounts Payable or accounting experience.
• Prior supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Experience in high-volume transactional environments.
• ERP system experience required; NetSuite preferred.
• Advanced Excel and AP automation experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing.
• Oversee vendor relationships, payment runs, ACH/check/wire payments, and vendor maintenance.
• Ensure strong internal controls, three-way matching, and compliance with AP policies.
• Support month-end close, reconciliations, accruals, and audit requests.
• Lead AP process improvement and automation initiatives within the ERP system.
• Develop, coach, and mentor AP team members while promoting accountability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Finance, Purchasing, Operations, and other departments to resolve issues and improve workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Ledgent Finance & Accounting seeks an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume AP function, drive process improvements, automation, and operational excellence in a fast-paced finance team.

This role oversees vendor payments, invoice processing, month-end close, internal controls, and AP team development, partnering with Finance, Purchasing, and Operations to strengthen financial operations.