Accounts Payable Lead

Jackson, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 5/14/2024

Accounts Payable Lead


Job Reference Number:
19188
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid
Segment: Elior Corporate
Brand: ENA Corporate
State: Mississippi (US-MS)


The role at a glance:

This position will involve overseeing invoice and payment processing in a timely manner, as well as contributing to process improvement and documentation. This role would have 2-6 direct reports.


What you'll be doing:


Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Trains and oversees employees involved in payment and invoice processing.
  • Directs assigned tasks and assists as needed.


Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Oversees reports regarding cash flow; ensures payments are made in a timely manner.
  • Review payment batches before they are released
  • Serve as an escalation path for vendors and internal customers to resolve accounts payable-related issues.
  • Review and adjust workload allocation to ensure timely processing of invoices and payments.
  • Ensures proper maintenance, filing, and storage of records in case of audits.
  • Receives, researches, and resolves a variety of routine internal inquiries about account string charges.
  • Lead the application and posting of invoices and payments relating to bank-drafted payments.
  • Handles all Fintech invoices and payments.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.


What we're looking for:


Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Thorough understanding of accounts payable functions.
  • Excellent supervisory and analytical skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to motivate staff.


Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED, Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred
  • 3 or more years of general accounting experience


Where you'll be working:

Jackson, MS


Our benefits:

  • Medical (FT Employees)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
  • Discount Program
  • Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
  • EAP
  • 401k
  • Sick Time
  • Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
  • Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
  • Paid Time Off


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About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.


Disclaimer:
This job description can be revised by management as needed.

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