Lead Accounts Payable Associate

Beam Therapeutics seeks a Lead Accounts Payable Associate to oversee daily AP operations in Cambridge. The role involves processing invoices and payments, maintaining vendor relationships, implementing process improvements, and ensuring financial reporting integrity for a growing biotech organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily AP operations including processing vendor invoices, expense reimbursements, and payment requests
• Verify, classify, record, and reconcile accounts payable transactions and data
• Review invoices for proper documentation, coding, approvals, and policy compliance before processing
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and payment activity
• Drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls to support operational excellence

Requirements

• Proven accounts payable experience with demonstrated expertise in invoice and payment processing
• Strong proficiency in financial systems and accounting software
• Ability to lead and mentor team members in AP operations
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial transactions
• Knowledge of internal controls and compliance with accounting policies
• Problem-solving skills with ability to investigate and resolve financial discrepancies