Accounts Payable Lead - Remote

Overview

The Accounts Payable Lead will lead the Accounts Payable team to ensure that all transactions are processed accurately in an effective and efficient manner. Fully owning and improving all accounts payable processes. This is a “hands-on” role including acting as a key contributor to the month-end close process. This position reports to the Global Treasurer and will partner closely with the finance team and vendor representatives.

In Short

• Manage the full cycle accounts payable process working closely with various other team functions
• Oversee the accounts payable process, ensuring that vendor invoices are accurately processed, and payments are made in a timely manner.
• Manage the AP team to ensure accurate recording of expenses and proper classification of transactions.
• Assist with the accurate completion of monthly/annual close procedures and associated daily processes
• Work with procurement and operations to ensure timely approval of invoices and alignment with contractual terms.
• Oversee and manage all outgoing payments
• Act as a liaison between the company and vendor contacts
• Prepare and revise documentation of AP processes and procedures and ensure AP staff are informed and following the departments documented procedures; Assist with special projects and system implementations and improvements as requested by the AP Manager in support of the overall AP mission

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in accounts payable
• Experience with ERP systems and financial software is required.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Experience working for a publicly traded company preferred
• Strong communication skills; proven ability to communicate effectively
• Proficiency with Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, Outlook & Power Point

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing startup
• Collaborate with a diverse team from over 13 countries
• Make a significant impact in cloud security
• Freedom to think creatively and use a full range of skills