Senior AP Lead: Workday Expert, Multi-Entity Ops

Aston Carter; Maryland; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor in Maryland to lead a high-volume multi-entity AP team, serve as Workday Financials SME, and drive process improvements with automation. You will oversee invoice processing, payments, and internal controls, guiding staff through month-end and year-end close with cross-functional partners.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of AP leadership, hands-on Excel reporting, and proven capability to manage 300+ invoices weekly across entities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading AP in a multi-entity environment.
• Experience supervising 6+ staff in AP or related function.
• Proven track record handling 300+ invoices per week per company.
• Hands-on AP operations in multi-company settings.
• Workday Financials experience as functional lead or SME.
• Experience with ERP implementations, upgrades, or system conversions.
• Advanced Excel for reporting and data analysis.
• Strong bookkeeping knowledge and accounting principles.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train, supervise, and develop staff in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily AP operations across multiple companies in a high-volume environment.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop AP staff to meet goals and quality standards.
• Oversee invoice processing, vendor payments, ACH, wires, and reimbursements.
• Ensure proper accounting methods, internal controls, and policy adherence.
• Provide training and professional development to AP team members.
• Review policies for efficiency and implement improvements.
• Identify automation opportunities including OCR and invoice automation.
• Assign projects and direct staff to ensure timely completion and reconciliations.
• Prepare management reports and key AP metrics.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities and audits.
• Manage vendor setup and 1099 reporting compliance.

Skills

Leadership

AP Management

High-Volume AP

Data Analysis

Excel Proficiency

Cross-functional Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

BS in Accounting

Tools

Workday Financials

ERP systems

Excel

Database Tools

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor in Maryland to lead a high-volume multi-entity AP team, serve as Workday Financials SME, and drive process improvements with automation. You will oversee invoice processing, payments, and internal controls, guiding staff through month-end and year-end close with cross-functional partners.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of AP leadership, hands-on Excel reporting, and proven capability to manage 300+ invoices weekly across entities.