Senior AP Lead — In-Office, Industrial Services

Ledgent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent in Houston is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to oversee invoice processing, vendor payments, and payable records in a fast-paced industrial services environment. The role is located in North Houston and will be working 100% in office.

The ideal candidate will manage AP activities, ensure accurate coding, and collaborate with operations to support project accounting while driving process improvements and accuracy across the AP function.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounts payable experience.
• Background in construction, industrial services, or similar industries preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and AP workflows.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Job-cost accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and code vendor invoices accurately.
• Manage AP inbox communications and vendor inquiries.
• Reconcile invoices against purchasing documentation and resolve discrepancies.
• Support check, ACH, and wire payment activities.
• Review employee expense reports.
• Assist with month-end reconciliations, reporting, and audits.
• Monitor outstanding payables and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Partner with operations teams to support project-related accounting needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency.

Skills

Accounts payable

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job-cost accounting

Job description

Ledgent in Houston is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to oversee invoice processing, vendor payments, and payable records in a fast-paced industrial services environment. The role is located in North Houston and will be working 100% in office.

The ideal candidate will manage AP activities, ensure accurate coding, and collaborate with operations to support project accounting while driving process improvements and accuracy across the AP function.