AP Transformation Director: Lead Systems, Controls & Growth

Jobtailor; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced Lead Accounts Payable professional in Dallas to direct a critical AP function within a growing organization. You will mentor a team, partner with IT, Procurement, and external consultants, define project scope and testing for system implementations, and ensure SOX-compliant internal controls and accurate KPI reporting.

This role emphasizes end-to-end AP operations, 3-way matching, invoice approvals, disbursements, vendor management, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPA a plus).
• 7+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience implementing or leading AP process improvements.
• Strong working knowledge of Oracle and OCR/workflow automation tools.
• Expertise in end-to-end AP operations: 3-way matching, invoice approvals, disbursements, vendor management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex cross-functional projects and system deployments.
• Solid understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory compliance (e.g., SOX).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a critical function and transformational initiative at a growing organization.
• Direct and mentor a team of AP professionals to drive operational excellence, accuracy, and compliance.
• Collaborate closely with IT, Procurement, and external consultants to define project scope, requirements, timelines, and testing for system implementations.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls aligned with SOX and compliance standards.
• Monitor and report on AP metrics and KPIs to senior leadership, identifying trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA

CPA

Tools

Oracle

OCR/workflow automation tools

Job description

Jobtailor seeks an experienced Lead Accounts Payable professional in Dallas to direct a critical AP function within a growing organization. You will mentor a team, partner with IT, Procurement, and external consultants, define project scope and testing for system implementations, and ensure SOX-compliant internal controls and accurate KPI reporting.

This role emphasizes end-to-end AP operations, 3-way matching, invoice approvals, disbursements, vendor management, and cross-functional