Accounts Payable Specialist Lead

1 day ago

Irving, Texas, United States CHRISTUS Health Full time

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.

Education/Skills
Job Requirements:

  • 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 Schedule
5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type
Full Time

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