Description
Summary: The Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist Lead is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the accounts payable processes to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations. Acting as a key point of contact between vendors, internal departments, and the AP team, the AP Lead will play a critical role in maintaining strong controls, improving efficiencies, and supporting AP team members. This role serves as a bridge between AP specialists and management, providing guidance, training, and problem-solving expertise. Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Lead and support a team of Accounts Payable professionals, providing guidance, training, and mentoring.
- Assist manager in compiling and preparing reports required by leadership.
- Partner with the AP Managers to create an effective organization while prioritizing functions and routines.
- Address escalated items in a timely and efficiently while multitasking and maintaining a sense of urgency to resolve critical matters.
- Perform daily audits to validate completeness and accuracy of invoices.
- Foster a culture of accountability and demonstrate good teamwork through actions and job performance.
- Manage and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders by ensuring a timely response.
- Demonstrate strong customer service while upholding CHRISTUS Health's core values.
- Provide support for month-end close processes and projects.
- Ensure efficient operation and compliance with CHRISTUS policies, healthcare industry regulations (i.e., HIPAA), and internal controls.
- Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
- Participate in required leadership and development courses.
- Collaborate with colleagues across departments to contribute to a positive work environment.
- Analyze exceptions and resolve internal/external stakeholder concerns.
- Utilize Excel and technology tools effectively to manage spreadsheets, financial software, and automation processes.
- Apply basic accounting knowledge to maintain accurate financial records.
- Adapt to process changes, system upgrades, and evolving business needs with a willingness to learn.
- Maintain confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive financial information with professionalism and ethical responsibility.
- Manage time effectively to balance daily responsibilities, meet deadlines, and maintain efficiency.
- Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills - High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Business, Finance, or Accounting degree preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is preferred
Experience - 4+ years of AP or Procurement experience is required.
- Healthcare experience is preferred.
- Infor/Lawson or other large ERP Systems.
- Previous ServiceNow exposure is a plus.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications - The following professional certifications are preferred:
- APM (Accounts Payable Manager)
- CAPP (Certified Accounts Payable Professional)
- CAPA (Certified Accounts Payable Associate)
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
- APPM (Accredited Procure-to-Pay Manager)
Work Type:
Full Time |