LOPA · 1 month ago
Accounts Payable Lead
Covington,LA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expLOPA is a non-profit organization, and they are seeking an Accounts Payable Lead responsible for managing the Accounts Payable process. This role involves overseeing vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports while ensuring compliance with financial policies.
Health CareHospitalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including reviewing, coding, processing, and allocating high-volume invoices and check requests
Oversee and execute weekly payment cycles (checks, ACH, wires) to ensure timely disbursement while optimizing cash flow
Ensure proper segregation of duties and enforce compliance with internal controls and organizational purchasing policies
Manage and reconcile the corporate credit card program and employee expense report auditing to ensure policy adherence
Resolve complex or escalated payment, invoice, and vendor discrepancies in a timely and professional manner
Oversee the maintenance of the vendor master file, including setting up new vendors and ensuring accurate W-9 and banking information for 1099 reporting compliance
Coordinate and assist with annual 1099 filing preparation
Serve as the technical expert and resource for AP staff and internal stakeholders regarding AP policies and procedures
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and automation of the Accounts Payable workflow
Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all AP activities
Provide support, training, and guidance to the AP team and internal departments on best practices for invoice submission and expense management
Assist Finance Leadership with the Accounts Payable portion of the month-end and year-end close process, including preparing necessary accruals and reconciliations
Reconcile the AP sub-ledger to the General Ledger (G/L) regularly
Prepare and provide various AP metrics and aging reports to Finance Leadership as needed
Support all internal and external audit requests by gathering and presenting necessary documentation and explanations
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, preferably in a high-volume environment
Expert knowledge of full-cycle Accounts Payable principles, practices, and procedures
Strong understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
High level of proficiency with ERP or Accounting software (e.g., Great Plains, SAP, Sage Intacct, etc.) and expense management systems (e.g., Concur)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial record keeping
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external (vendor) interaction
Proven ability to problem-solve complex issues and work independently with minimal supervision
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred
Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role is strongly preferred
Experience in a non-profit or healthcare setting (such as an OPO, hospital, or similar organization) preferred
Company
LOPA
As the organ procurement organization for Louisiana, we help save lives, restore health and enhance medical care through organ and tissue donation.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Chad Ezzell
Chief Operating Officer
Chrissy Hagan, MBA, SHRM-CP, PHR, CSHRP
Chief Administrative Officer
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