Senior Accounts Payable Lead — Close & Automation Expert

Invictus International; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus International in Alexandria, VA seeks a Lead Accountant to own end-to-end accounts payable processes and drive the monthly close. The role requires deep A/P expertise, strong vendor management, and adherence to US GAAP. Top Secret clearance preferred but not required.

Responsibilities include payment processing, reconciliations, and close activities, with collaboration across finance and IT to optimize workflows and automate processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience including A/P, financial close, and reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Unanet or Costpoint; advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end A/P processes: invoice receipt, coding, three-way matching, approvals, and entry.
• Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers with proper approvals.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment discrepancies; maintain vendor relations.
• Monitor A/P aging and cash requirements to support cash flow.
• Maintain audit-ready A/P files, reports, and documentation.
• Assist with Form 1099 filings and vendor tax reporting.

Skills

AP Accounting

General Ledger

Close Process

US GAAP

Excel Advanced

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Unanet

Costpoint

Excel

Job description

Invictus International in Alexandria, VA seeks a Lead Accountant to own end-to-end accounts payable processes and drive the monthly close. The role requires deep A/P expertise, strong vendor management, and adherence to US GAAP. Top Secret clearance preferred but not required.

Responsibilities include payment processing, reconciliations, and close activities, with collaboration across finance and IT to optimize workflows and automate processes.