AP Executive Director — Lead 29, Elevate Processes

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP); New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks a Senior Director of Accounts Payable to lead the Large and Small Payment teams. You will drive process improvements, ensure timely contract payments, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality financial services.

The role requires strong leadership in accounts payable, vendor relations, and adherence to city policies. The ACCO oversees payments and procurement across DEP, a large utility in NYC.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large AP teams and payments.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls and audits.
• Familiarity with NYC procurement rules and directives.
• Excellent vendor and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable operations, ensuring timely, accurate contract payments per directives.
• Lead and manage a team of 29 staff, providing strategic direction and mentorship.
• Drive process improvements including PASSPort transition and workflow optimization.
• Conduct monthly and year-end closings with oversight of reconciliations and audits.
• Use data analytics to monitor KPIs, identify bottlenecks and support decisions.
• Serve as a key liaison with vendors, agency stakeholders and senior leadership.

Skills

Team leadership

Accounts payable

Financial management

Data analytics

Internal controls

Procurement rules

Job description

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks a Senior Director of Accounts Payable to lead the Large and Small Payment teams. You will drive process improvements, ensure timely contract payments, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality financial services.

The role requires strong leadership in accounts payable, vendor relations, and adherence to city policies. The ACCO oversees payments and procurement across DEP, a large utility in NYC.