High growth company looking for a Director of Accounts Payable who possess strong analytical abilities, a penchant for process improvement, and adeptness in managing change. They will lead a large team responsible for various aspects of accounts payable while promoting collaboration and excellence within the department. Chicagoland area office with offering some work from home flexibility.

• Leading and managing the day-to-day operations of accounts payable, encompassing invoice and payment processing, customer service, and performance tracking.
• Fostering a positive team culture focused on teamwork, communication, and commitment to quality.
• Identifying opportunities for process enhancement and technological integration to optimize AP functions.
• Establishing and enforcing policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and timeliness in invoice and payment processing.
• Analyzing accounts payable data to provide insights into financial metrics and vendor performance.
• Managing vendor relationships, from setup to issue resolution, to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitoring and analyzing AP metrics to identify improvement areas and trends.
• Implementing robust AP processes across multiple locations, emphasizing reconciliation, controls, and exception management.
• Upholding internal controls, compliance standards, and financial reporting requirements.
• Providing leadership and support to the accounts payable team through training, coaching, and performance management.
• Collaborating with other departments to address issues and enhance processes.
• Presenting reports to senior management on AP performance and initiatives.

• Degreed in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 10+ years of AP shared services experience
• Experience leading large teams
• History of process improvement, automation and scaling operations
• Excellent cross functional communication skills