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Accounts Payable Lead

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$56K - $74K/yr

Accounts Payable Lead Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Regular Full-Time Whats the Opportunity? Anchor QEA is seeking an accounts payable professional to assist the Assistant Controller in managing ...

Accounts Payable Lead

Deerfield Beach, FL ยท On-site

$47K - $62K/yr

We have an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Payable Lead in our Deerfield Beach, Florida office. This salaried non-exempt position reports to the Accounting Services Manager. The primary ...

Accounts Payable Lead

Deerfield Beach, FL

$47K - $62K/yr

We have an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Payable Lead in our Deerfield Beach, Florida office. This salaried non-exempt position reports to the Accounting Services Manager. The primary ...

Accounts Payable Lead

Deerfield Beach, FL ยท On-site

$47K - $62K/yr

We have an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Payable Lead in our Deerfield Beach, Florida office. This salaried non-exempt position reports to the Accounting Services Manager. The primary ...

Accounts Payable Lead

Deerfield Beach, FL ยท On-site

$47K - $62K/yr

We have an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Payable Lead in our Deerfield Beach, Florida office. This salaried non-exempt position reports to the Accounting Services Manager. The primary ...

Accounts Payable Lead

Mckinney, TX ยท On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

The Accounts Payable Team Lead oversees daily Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, discrepancy resolution, and reporting. This role supports the AP Supervisor by leading the ...

Accounts Payable Lead

Mckinney, TX

$45K - $60K/yr

The Accounts Payable Team Lead oversees daily Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, discrepancy resolution, and reporting. This role supports the AP Supervisor by leading the ...

Accounts Payable Lead

Charlotte, NC ยท On-site

$48K - $63K/yr

Summary of Role We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Lead to join our dynamic team in the residential solar industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive ...

Accounts Payable Lead

North Billerica, MA ยท On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

The Accounts Payable (AP) Lead is responsible for managing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations, while also ...

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Accounts Payable Lead

North Billerica, MA ยท On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description The Accounts Payable (AP) Lead is responsible for managing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and ...

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Accounts Payable Lead

Phoenix, AZ ยท On-site

$48K - $63K/yr

Create and maintain documented A/P best practices, identifying inefficiencies and recommending changes. * Act as AP systems lead for ERP configurations and automation of invoice matching and ...

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SUMMARY The Senior Accounts Payable Lead is responsible for supporting the accuracy, timeliness, and overall performance of Accounts Payable operations across multiple companies. This position ...

Accounts Payable Lead

Salt Lake City, UT ยท On-site

$47K - $62K/yr

Stabilize the Accounts Payable function by ensuring consistent, timely, and accurate processing of ... Lead or support training and upskilling of AP staff and key users across the business on processes ...

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How much do executive accounts payable lead jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive accounts payable lead in the United States is $59,452.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $65,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an executive accounts payable lead?

To thrive as an Executive Accounts Payable Lead, you need a strong background in accounting principles, experience in managing accounts payable processes, and often a relevant degree or certification such as a CPA or CMA. Expertise in ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with invoice automation tools are typically required. Attention to detail, leadership, and strong organizational and communication skills help you excel in guiding teams and collaborating across departments. These skills are critical for ensuring accuracy, preventing fraud, and maintaining efficient cash flow within the organization.

What is the difference between Executive Accounts Payable Lead vs Accounts Payable Specialist?

AspectExecutive Accounts Payable LeadAccounts Payable Specialist
ResponsibilitiesOversees the accounts payable process, manages team, ensures compliance, and handles escalations.Processes invoices, verifies expenses, and maintains vendor records.
Required CredentialsTypically requires experience in accounts payable, relevant certifications, and leadership skills.High school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer accounting or finance certifications.
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, often in corporate finance departments.Office environment, often in finance or accounting teams.
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large organizations with complex accounts payable processes.Found across various industries, especially in finance and accounting firms.

The main difference is that the Executive Accounts Payable Lead manages the entire accounts payable team and process, while the Accounts Payable Specialist focuses on processing invoices and maintaining records. The Lead has more oversight and strategic responsibilities, whereas the Specialist handles day-to-day tasks.

What does an executive accounts payable lead do?

An Executive Accounts Payable Lead oversees the accounts payable department, ensuring that all company bills and invoices are processed, approved, and paid accurately and on time. They supervise a team of accounts payable clerks, develop and implement payment policies, and work to resolve any discrepancies with vendors or internal teams. This role also involves analyzing financial data related to payables, preparing reports for management, and maintaining compliance with company and regulatory standards.

What are some common challenges faced by an executive accounts payable lead, and how can they be addressed?

An Executive Accounts Payable Lead often encounters challenges such as managing high invoice volumes, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines. Addressing these requires strong organizational skills, familiarity with automated AP systems, and proactive communication with both vendors and internal departments. Collaborating closely with procurement and finance teams helps resolve discrepancies quickly, while implementing process improvements can reduce errors and streamline workflows, supporting both efficiency and compliance.
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Accounts Payable Lead

Anchor QEA

Seattle, WA โ€ข On-site

$56K - $74K/yr

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Job description

Salary: $ 33.24 - $ 36.98


Title: Accounts Payable Lead

Location: Seattle, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time



Whats the Opportunity?
Anchor QEA is seeking an accounts payable professional to assist the Assistant
Controller in managing the Companys outgoing cash cycle process. The Accounts
Payable Lead will be collaborating with various internal and external clients to ensure
timely and accurate reporting of payment activity to enable the organization to properly
understand its cash flow. This role is an essential part of the success of Anchor QEA as
it provides visibility to the cash cycle to Senior Management and C-Suite to make
decisions.



Responsibilities:
This role is responsible for the following under the supervision of the Assistant
Controller:
Process invoices received from external subcontractors and vendors daily in
collaboration with the rest of the Accounts Payable team, including ensuring all
invoices received are valid, coding invoices to the proper project and account,
routing to the proper employee for approval, and following up on
outstanding/unapproved invoices with internal stakeholders.
Perform regular reconciliation processes at least monthly by receiving and
reconciling vendor statements to invoices received and processed to ensure that
all payments are valid and made timely to our partners.
Assist with the vendor setup process, including validating vendor tax and bank
information, and ensuring accuracy of inputs into the Companys accounting
system.
Lead the annual 1099 reporting process.
Lead the weekly ACH/Check payment process.
Assist the Assistant Controller in ensuring data quality of all related reports,
including timely posting of external invoice activity and punctual responses in
regard to questions from internal and external customers.
Assist the Assistant Controller in research and payment activities with Project
Managers, Project Accountants and Clients (as needed).
Assist the Assistant Controller and Controller with cash forecasting activities.

Assist the General Ledger Accounting team with research payment activity
identified during the Bank Reconciliation process
Assist the Assistant Controller and Controller in month-end and year-end
activities (example: audits) as needed.
Assist the Assistant Controller and Controller in other activities as required.



What Are We Looking For?
Ideal candidates will have the following:
At least a two-year associates degree in accounting or finance
Preferred Accounting Experience in the A/E/C
(Architectural/Engineering/Construction) Industry.
Experience using BST, Deltek and other similar ERP suites.
10+ years of experience within the outgoing cash cycle (accounts payable,
treasury/banking)
The ideal candidate will be willing to learn the job role, have a positive attitude,
be collaborative with multiple people and personalities, and be flexible to take on
new challenges as they arise. This candidate would not be comfortable with the
status quo and be willing to continually improve processes in collaboration with
the rest of the Accounting and Finance team.
Candidates must have high integrity and personal ethics due to the sensitive
nature of the work.



Who Are We?
Anchor QEA provides environmental planning, science, and engineering consulting services with the mission of transforming our environment and communities with integrity and vibe. With more than 500 people in offices across the United States, our collective vision is to be an inclusive, sustainable, and growing environmental innovator making generational impacts. By embodying our core values, we strive to be our clients first choice for solving their most challenging problems and to be our employees reason to be excited about going to work each morning. Learn more about Anchor QEA at www.anchorqea.com.



How to Apply?
Apply online through Anchor QEAs Open Positions page at https://www.anchorqea.com/careers/careers-open-positions/. Veterans are encouraged to apply.


Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to recruitment@anchorqea.com



Additional Information
We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, Anchor QEA is committed to a diverse, multi-cultural work environment. Anchor QEA does not discriminate in employment based on age, race, creed, gender, religion, marital status, veterans status, national origin, disability or sexual orientation. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a comprehensive background check.


Salary and Other Compensation:

  • Salary: $ 33.24 - $ 36.98
  • Annual Bonus
  • Other potential bonus types: Billable Time Bonus, Spot Bonus, Milestone Anniversary Bonus, Receiving Professional License/Certification Bonus, Peer-reviewed Publication Bonus, Employee Referral Bonus.


Base Level Benefits for Regular Full-Time Positions:

  • Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Paid Company and Floating Holidays: 7 paid company and 2 floating holidays annually
  • Vacation: 2 weeks accrued paid vacation based on length of service. Vacation may vary by level.
  • Sick and Safe Time: 80 hours annually
  • Retirement Plan: 401k plan with an employer match * Further information on benefits: https://anchorqea.com/careers/benefits/