Accounts Payable Lead

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to oversee high-volume invoice processing and help maintain accurate, timely payment operations for a construction-focused organization in Markham, Illinois. This role combines hands-on accounts payable work with day-to-day leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who can guide workflows, support process consistency, and partner effectively with internal teams. The position calls for strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to keep payment activities organized in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, and processed accurately within established timelines.

• Supervise and support accounts payable staff, helping prioritize work, resolve issues, and maintain consistent performance across the function.

• Manage high-volume invoice entry while verifying supporting documentation, approvals, and proper general ledger coding.

• Coordinate payment cycles, including check runs and ACH transactions, to ensure vendors are paid correctly and on schedule.

• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment questions, and vendor concerns in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

• Monitor accounts payable records for completeness and accuracy, maintaining organized documentation and audit-ready files.

• Assist with process improvements and system-related workflow changes as needed to strengthen efficiency and control within the department.

• Work closely with finance and operations teams to support reporting needs and maintain reliable accounts payable practices.

Benefits: Comprehensive insurance package with medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee/family, company-paid life insurance, retirement plans, EAP, paid volunteer hours on personal time, PTO, and holiday pay

• At least 5 years of accounts payable experience in a high-volume environment.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience leading, supervising, or directing accounts payable team activities.
• Strong working knowledge of invoice coding, payment processing, check runs, and ACH transactions.
• Ability to review financial details carefully and maintain a high degree of accuracy in daily work.
• Experience supporting vendor payments and resolving discrepancies in a timely, accurate manner.
• Background in the construction industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with Vista by Viewpoint software is highly desirable.