Develop, implement, and administer the vision, strategy, and goals of the department.

Provide leadership over the Accounts Payable Team: ensure the timeliness and accuracy of all Accounts Payable reports and information; ensure compliance with and enhancing internal control procedures; monitor all workflows, processes and system related activities within the department.

• Direct Accounts Payable operations, processes and strategies as a shared services operation, meeting all deadlines and related responsibilities in support of the enterprise and the strategic vision of leadership while ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of payments. Provide leadership over the Accounts Payable Team, ensuring timely and accurate payments to providers.
• Direct the day‐to‐day management of process and programs to ensure resources are used effectively and efficiently.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide counsel for projects while developing, implementing, updating and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Evaluate the workflow and responsibilities within the Accounts Payable department to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Direct and oversee the annual 1099 process.
• Direct and oversee the escheatment process.
• Develop and coordinate departmental policies and procedures for EmblemHealth and ensure all disbursements are made in accordance with these policies. Respond to inquiries from vendors, providers, employees, and management regarding payments, policies, etc.
• Ensure EmblemHealth complies with all regulatory regulations and that Accounts Payable and Capitation are MAR compliant. Ensure compliance with State and Federal reporting; develop the Accounts Payable budget; coordinate with Treasury on cash flow management; and communicate with external auditors. Serve as liaison for Emblem with all Internal and External auditors regarding Accounts Payable and Capitation.
• Ensure that Procure to Pay (P2P) processes are consistently applied across the enterprise and manage governance to ensure compliance, understanding and remediate gaps.
• Work closely with General Ledger, Procurement, and other departments, as required.
• Direct a diverse team to meet deliverables timely and foster a customer centric culture focused on identifying and supporting issues, leadership efforts, strategic initiatives, and development projects in concert with internal leaders and stakeholders. Provide leadership of the capitation group, ensuring timely and accurate payments to providers on annual disbursements in excess of $1.5 Billion.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of cross‐functional strategies that enhance the value and reputation of Accounts Payable and drives enterprise priorities.
• Partner with enterprise leaders on sensitive or urgent initiatives, leveraging accounts payable best practices and strategies to ensure effective implementation and execution.
• Direct the coordination of cross‐functional initiatives. Ensure that initiatives and related activities are successfully executed. Work closely with other areas of the organization including Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, etc.
• Evaluate system performance and procedures; identify problems and opportunities, recommend solutions and implement changes to improve productivity and cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate proactively with Procurement and the Information Technology department to optimize accounting technology through system upgrades and other proven automation practices to build efficiencies and stay ahead of the latest technological trends.
• Perform other related tasks/projects as directed or required.

• BS Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business.
• Relevant Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• 10 – 12+ years of experience in demonstrated progressively responsible accounting / AP / Disbursement leadership roles required
• Accounting experience in a Healthcare company/environment preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and progressive, relevant and direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational/experience requirements indicated above required
• Demonstrated experience with accounting software and a comprehensive understanding of GAAP required
• Must possess a strong knowledge of the rules and regulations surrounding disbursement activity as it relates to reporting requirements required
• Solid understanding of capitation required
• Knowledge of Facets preferred
• Leadership skills; ability to develop, engage, manage and motivate staff required
• Ability to identify and resolve issues, and to manage change effectively required
• Must be a self‐starter who is detail‐oriented and proactive with focus on accuracy, in an environment with changing priorities and time constraints required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, interpersonal, presentation, influencing) required
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) required
• Track record of consistently meeting deadlines required