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We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable team Lead to lead daily payment operations and provide guidance to a team supporting core AP activities. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate invoice processing, ensuring payments are completed on schedule, and upholding financial controls across the department. Based in Kansas City, the role works closely with internal partners and vendors to address discrepancies, support reporting cycles, and strengthen overall efficiency. We are looking for someone that loves to streamline, come with new idea on how to improve processes, and wants to grow into a manager role in the future with this fast-growing company. Comp up to $80k! Apply today for immediate consideration. Interviews are happening next week!

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the day-to-day workflow of accounts payable operations and provide direction, coaching, and support to AP team members.

- Manage the full invoice-to-payment cycle, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and within established deadlines.

- Review and authorize payment activity, including check runs and ACH transactions, while maintaining adherence to company policies.

- Monitor vendor accounts, investigate outstanding issues, and coordinate with internal departments to resolve discrepancies promptly.

- Reconcile accounts payable balances during month-end close and help ensure financial records remain complete and accurate.

- Prepare documentation and respond to requests during internal or external audits related to accounts payable activity.

- Evaluate current procedures and implement improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and control within the AP function.

- Support invoice coding and payment processing activities as needed to maintain service levels in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

- 5+ years of accounts payable experience, including progressively responsible duties within AP operations.

- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred.

- Hands-on experience with accounts payable systems; a larger ERP system like SAP, or Oracle would be preferred

- Strong working knowledge of invoice coding, check runs, ACH payments, and full-cycle AP processing.

- Demonstrated ability to analyze issues, organize priorities, and manage multiple deadlines effectively.

- Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments to resolve payment and vendor concerns.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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