Team Lead, Accounts Payable

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Catapult seeks an Accounts Payable Team Lead to oversee the global AP function and drive efficiency across the organization. You will manage the end-to-end process, ensure timely supplier payments, and mentor the AP team.

The role emphasizes strategic oversight with hands-on execution, delivering phase 1 of the Coupa implementation within six months and shaping the long-term AP vision for the company.

Qualifications

• Experience leading the end-to-end AP process with team mentoring.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with AP in multiple countries including US, UK, Ireland, Australia, China.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with global taxes (Sales Tax, VAT, GST).

Responsibilities

• Lead the global Accounts Payable team with guidance and direction.
• Drive AP process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage end-to-end AP with PO-GL-vendor invoice verification and payment processing.
• Own the monthly AP close as part of accounting close procedures.
• Set up supplier records, verify bank details, and manage payment batches securely.
• Maintain vendor relations, address inquiries, negotiate terms, resolve issues.
• Process and audit employee expenses per policy, in a timely manner.
• Collaborate across departments to resolve AP issues and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Excel

Independence

Attention to detail

Multi-country AP

Tax knowledge

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

AP automation

Job description

About the Role

The Accounts Payable Team Lead is a role within Catapult's global Finance team, focused on driving efficiency and excellence in a fast‑paced business. The role manages the full payment cycle with precision and care and acts as a trusted partner to suppliers and internal teams. It involves leading the global Accounts Payable team, overseeing the end‑to‑end AP process, and ensuring smooth financial operations. The position balances strategic oversight with hands‑on execution and continuous improvement. Success is expected to include establishing strong relationships, rolling out phase 1 of the Coupa implementation within six months, and delivering the long‑term AP vision including phase 2 and serving as the main AP point of contact within twelve months.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Global Accounts Payable team, providing leadership and guidance.
• Assist Finance management with AP process improvement initiatives and projects, identifying opportunities for best practices to increase efficiency, scalability, and accuracy.
• Manage the global end‑to‑end AP process, including the three‑way match between purchase order, goods receipt, and supplier invoice, verification, and payment processing.
• Own the AP close each month as part of Accounting close procedures.
• Set up new supplier records, verify supplier bank details, and manage regular supplier payment batches, including secure loading of payments to the bank.
• Maintain working relationships with vendors, address inquiries and discrepancies, negotiate payment terms, and resolve issues.
• Process and pay employee expenses in a timely manner, including auditing expense reports in accordance with company policies.
• Collaborate with internal departments and managers to investigate and resolve Accounts Payable issues, including conducting systematic matches, verifying supplier invoices, and resolving discrepancies with purchase orders.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Experience leading the end‑to‑end AP process, including management and mentoring of a team.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and mathematical skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment and meet deadlines by prioritising tasks.
• Familiarity with AP processes in multiple countries including the US, the UK, Ireland, Australia, and China.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with global taxes (Sales Tax, VAT, GST).

Preferred Skills

• Intermediate to advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with NetSuite or another large ERP system.
• Experience with AP automation software and implementations.

Salary

• Target Total Compensation range: $46,000 - $101,200 per year, inclusive of base salary and a target incentive plan (which may include equity, commission, or other bonus structures).
• Specific compensation within this range is determined by geographic location, relevant experience, and job‑related skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Generous paid leave and recognised company holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

The Application Process

All offers of employment are subject to Catapult's positive prehire check.