Accounts Payable Team Lead: Drive Payments & Excellence

Abbott; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an Accounts Payable Team Lead to guide the AP function, ensuring accurate and timely payment processing across our multi-entity operations. You will mentor the AP staff, coordinate workflows, and partner with stakeholders to strengthen internal controls and drive efficiency.

You will oversee invoice processing, approvals, three-way matching, and payments (ACH/Wire/Check), while supporting audits and month-end close activities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years leading Accounts Payable or Procure-to-Pay.
• Experience coordinating workflows and training AP staff.
• Proficiency with Excel and Office applications.
• Experience in ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-entity environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the Accounts Payable team with day-to-day guidance.
• Coordinate daily AP operations to meet service levels and deadlines.
• Review and process vendor invoices with proper coding and approvals.
• Oversee three-way matching of POs, receipts, and invoices.
• Manage ACH, wire, and check payments for timely disbursements.
• Support invoice workflows and resolve processing delays.
• Escalate complex payment issues with vendors and stakeholders.
• Assist vendor onboarding and ensure data accuracy and controls.
• Support month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Participate in audits and process-improvement initiatives.

Skills

Excel

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Abbott is seeking an Accounts Payable Team Lead to guide the AP function, ensuring accurate and timely payment processing across our multi-entity operations. You will mentor the AP staff, coordinate workflows, and partner with stakeholders to strengthen internal controls and drive efficiency.

You will oversee invoice processing, approvals, three-way matching, and payments (ACH/Wire/Check), while supporting audits and month-end close activities in a fast-paced environment.