Accounts Payable Lead - P2P Excellence (Orlando, Onsite)

Thales; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 71,250 - 118,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Thales Orlando is seeking an Accounts Payable Lead to manage end-to-end AP processes onsite in Orlando, FL. The role interfaces with suppliers, project controllers, project managers, and offshore service providers to ensure timely and compliant payments.

The position oversees P2P, payment processing, account aging, reconciliations, and closes, with emphasis on internal controls and cross‑functional collaboration. Strong accounting and ERP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 9 years in engineering/technical services or similar environment.
• We require accounting/finance education with 3–5+ years of relevant experience, or a related master’s degree.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) process for AGS Americas, liaising with Infosys.
• Oversee supplier payment activities including proposal generation and reconciliations.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closes with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Maintain internal controls and keep audit readiness for financial regulations.
• Drive process improvements and deliver high-level customer service.

Skills

Excel

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Thales Orlando is seeking an Accounts Payable Lead to manage end-to-end AP processes onsite in Orlando, FL. The role interfaces with suppliers, project controllers, project managers, and offshore service providers to ensure timely and compliant payments.

The position oversees P2P, payment processing, account aging, reconciliations, and closes, with emphasis on internal controls and cross‑functional collaboration. Strong accounting and ERP experience preferred.