Accounts Payable Lead

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Bridge Specialty Group Bridge Specialty Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our growing team in Atlanta, GA! Under the general leadership of the Regional Assistant Controller, the Accounts Payable Team Leader is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable team. How You Will Contribute: Oversee departmental results and coordinate overall team productivity. Delegate and manage workflows involving commissions, taxes, return premiums, overpayments, and other key accounting tasks. Ensure timely payments to insurance companies and maintain low payables over 90 days. Issue direct bill commission payments to agents after AR confirmation. Manage uncashed checks and state surplus lines tax filing processes. Oversee accurate and timely vendor/supplier payments while maintaining strong vendor relationships. Review and approve teammate expense reports promptly while ensuring compliance with company policy. Maintain accurate and current contact listings for carriers, insurance vendors, and agency/direct bill partners. Continuously optimize payable processes and maintain updated SOPs. Support audits by gathering required documents and coordinating responses as needed. Lead, train, and develop the ICP team, including scheduling, performance reviews, and coverage for absences. Handle escalations, manage complex cases, and communicate effectively with internal teams, brokers, and providers while supporting month‑end close activities. Licenses and Certifications: Some licensing or insurance related courses Skills & Experience to Be Successful: Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university with an accounting or finance concentration, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5 or more years experience in a similar position or industry. Experience with leading a team of at least 2 teammates. (preferred) Proficient with MS Office Suite. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. About Us: Bridge Specialty Group creates a seamless way to connect the varying needs of our retail partners with the market clout and talents of our wholesale entities. Our more than 25 niche-focused brands reflect our deep experience and specialization in construction, general casualty, environmental liability, professional liability, health care, public entity, workers’ comp, property and personal lines. With more than 50 locations and more than 2,000 team members throughout the United States and Europe, Bridge has access to more than 200 standard and excess & surplus lines carriers that support our $7+ billion premium book. Our focus is on bringing the power of collective size and specialty to the wholesale brokerage marketplace. Bridge Specialty Group – aligning risk with greater reach. Compensation for this role ranges from $62,500 to $70,000 annually. We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including: Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. The Power To Be Yourself As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”. #J-18808-Ljbffr