CHRISTUS Health ยท 10 hours ago
Accounts Payable Specialist Lead - Accounting
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expCHRISTUS Health is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist Lead to oversee and optimize the accounts payable processes. This role involves managing a team, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, and serving as a key contact between vendors and internal departments.
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
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent required
4+ years of AP or Procurement experience is required
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Business, Finance, or Accounting degree preferred
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is preferred
Healthcare experience is preferred
Infor/Lawson or other large ERP Systems
Previous ServiceNow exposure is a plus
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)
Company
CHRISTUS Health
CHRISTUS Health is a Catholic not-for-profit health care system comprising more than 600 centers, including long-term care facilities, community hospitals, walk-in clinics and health ministries.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Terry Kyle
CEO and CDO The Children's Hospital of San Antonio Foundation & Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Fnd
Thomas Royer, MD
CEO Emeritus
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