Accounts Payable Lead

Accounts Payable Lead Houston, TX | Temp-to-Hire | $36.06 - $ 40.87/hr. LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing Houston-area organization to identify an experienced Accounts Payable Lead for a fast-moving temp-to-hire opportunity. This position is ideal for a hands-on AP professional who enjoys leading teams, improving processes, and bringing structure to high-volume accounting environments. Responsibilities Serve as the primary support resource to the Accounts Payable Manager and help guide day-to-day AP operations Mentor and develop a team of AP professionals while promoting accountability and best practices Identify process gaps and implement improvements that drive efficiency, accuracy, and timely vendor payments Analyze workflows, resolve escalated invoice and payment issues, and partner with operational teams to improve results Assist with month-end activities, account reconciliations, vendor maintenance, and payment processing Support training initiatives and help establish consistent procedures across the AP function Utilize reporting and data analysis to monitor performance and identify opportunities for improvement Qualifications 7+ years of Accounts Payable experience with progressive responsibility Prior experience leading, mentoring, or supervising AP staff Demonstrated success improving processes, workflows, and operational controls Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including reporting, lookups, and data analysis Experience working in high-volume or shared services environments preferred Sage Intacct experience is highly desirable Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across departments Degree preferred but not required Why Consider This Opportunity? Quick temp-to-hire process Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing AP organization Collaborative leadership team committed to strengthening processes and operations Competitive pay rate of $36.06 - $40.87 per hour If you're an AP professional who thrives on solving problems, improving processes, and helping teams perform at a higher level, we'd love to hear from you. Pay Details: $36.06 to $40.87 per hour Search managed by: Laura Laminack Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.