Lead Accounts Payable Representative

Thermo Fisher Scientific; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceutical manufacturing is seeking a Lead Accounts Payable Representative to oversee financial operations in Morrisville, NC. This role involves managing payables, financial reconciliations, and support during month-end close. Ideal candidates will have a strong accounting background and proven collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Preference for a 2- or 4-year degree in Accounting or related field.
• At least 2 years of accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage Trade and Non-Trade Payables.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of key accounts.
• Support the month-end close process.

Skills

Prioritization

Collaboration

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2- or 4-year degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

InforA+ or similar Accounting ERP

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Join our exceptionally ambitious team at Thermo Fisher Scientific and play a crucial role in crafting the future of science! As a Lead Accounts Payable Representative, based in Morrisville, NC, you will be at the forefront of our accounting operations, working collaboratively to ensure flawless financial processes. Your contributions will help us maintain our world-class standards and drive our mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage Trade and Non-Trade Payables, Vendor Statements, Weekly Payment Runs, SOP documentation, and discrepancy investigation and analysis.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of key accounts in the general ledger.
• Support the month-end close process, including journal entry posting/logging, system validations, and maintaining key files.
• Handle Vendor Setup, maintenance, and 1099 filings and research.
• Manage bank functions such as stop payments, voids and reissue, and uncleared check research and investigations.
• Supervise Aging balances for invoices and resolve issues related to GRNI.
• Undertake other accounting-related duties and special projects as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize and lead multiple and diverse projects with minimal direction.
• Proven success in collaborating effectively with other teams, such as procurement, sales, customer service, and distribution.
• Ability to represent the company appropriately to internal and external clients.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential conditions of employment.
• Capability to understand and follow established company policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference for a 2- or 4-year degree in Accounting or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience with a proven understanding of commonly used Accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Proficiency in using accounting systems, Microsoft Office, email, web searches, and database entry.
• Knowledge of InforA+ or similar Accounting ERP preferred.
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business, Finance, and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research

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