Trade Accounts Payable Team Lead

AP Operations & Workflow Management Oversight of daily AP workflow volumes to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing. Direct team execution against established KPIs and SLAs, ensuring compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures. Act as a subject matter expert (SME) to support team members with complex or ad hoc AP issues. Perform quality checks on completed work to maintain high accuracy and consistency. Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned internal teams and/or external service providers. Stakeholder Engagement & Escalation Management Manage and resolve complex escalations that cannot be addressed by frontline team members. Communicate professionally and diplomatically with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and service providers to enforce deadlines and expectations. Generate, analyze, and interpret business reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improved execution. Leadership & Team Support Provide guidance, coaching, and support to AP analysts to drive performance and increase engagement. Collaborate closely with the AP Manager to achieve departmental and organizational objectives. Participate in required meetings and, when appropriate, lead meetings or represent the manager. Provide regular updates to leadership on performance, risks, and improvement opportunities. Process Improvement & Optimization Analyze errors, delays, and inefficiencies to identify root causes and proactively drive process improvement initiatives and automation opportunities that strengthen accuracy, timeliness, and control adherence. Partner cross-functionally to support current and future optimization projects. Assist management with the development, evaluation, and documentation of AP policies and procedures. Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities) Education/Training Degree or equivalent experience typically requires 4+ years of professional experience. Business Experience Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, including creating and enhancing moderately complex Excel templates. Ability to research issues, analyze data, and recommend practical solutions. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships and influence outcomes without authority. Adaptable and resilient in a changing business environment. Understanding of how strategic business changes impact AP operations and controls. Desired Skills Experience supporting shared services, outsourced, or BPO AP models. Prior informal or formal team lead experience. SAP knowledge Business acumen and ability to quickly learn business operations Self-motivated, organized, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities and leading team to achieving goals Critical thinking with the ability to evaluate processes and make recommendations Critical Skills Embrace Digital Transformation: Demonstrate a strong digital mindset by actively seeking and implementing technological solutions to enhance business processes and drive innovation within the team. Diverse and Inclusive Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion. Build and sustain positive relationships with stakeholders from varied backgrounds to drive professional growth and organizational success. Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Exhibit strong business acumen by staying informed about industry trends and aligning projects with broader organizational goals. Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions and influence positive change. Adaptability and Growth Mindset: Show adaptability in the face of change and a willingness to take on challenges. Continuously seek learning opportunities and demonstrate resilience to maintain high performance and support team dynamics. Clear and Impactful Communication: Communicate complex information clearly and persuasively across all levels of the organization. Utilize storytelling to effectively convey ideas and drive key initiatives forward. Working Conditions Traditional office environment Physical Requirements Large percentage of time spent performing computer-based work is required Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: $71,200 - $118,600 Equal Opportunity Employment McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. 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