Accounting Process Lead
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Moog's Corporate Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Lead!
As the Accounts Payable (AP) Lead, you will exercise your strong ability to prioritize work as you lead a team of AP Analysts. Good communication skills are key, as you will need an aptitude for leading and coaching others.
You will work a hybrid schedule (~3 days per week), on site at our Corporate Headquarters in East Aurora, NY.
To be considered for this opportunity, here's what you'll need to bring with you :
- Typically, bachelor's degree (preferably in Accounting or Finance related field).
- At least four (4) years of accounts payable experience.
- Over two (2) years of supervisory or managerial experience.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is desired.
- Experience in a Finance Shared Services environment is preferable.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; must be good at listening, giving, and receiving feedback, asking questions, and seeking clarification.
- Significant working knowledge of core finance and accounting business processes (e.g., Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, etc.) and comfort with Tier 1 ERP systems (Oracle or SAP). Experience with Robotics Process Automation (RPA) and / or AP Automation solutions (e.g., Concur, OpenText, OnBase) is desired.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is desired.
As the Accounts Payable Lead, your responsibilities will include
Core OperationsCoordinate and oversee a team of AP analysts' daily workflow and ensure productivityAssign work, monitor progress, ensure deadlines are met, act as a point of contact between AP team and managementServe as the main point of contact for escalation of supplier issues and internal stakeholders' inquiries and problem solvingCoordination & communication with appropriate internal stakeholders to solve problems and define sustainable solutionsProvide communication externally with suppliers, following appropriate issue escalation proceduresOversee how processes are applied across whole team, ensures consistency and enforces policiesTrained in and work, as needed, in multiple ERP systems to assist AP teams, identify process improvements, and monitor activitiesTeam / People ManagementSupport and engage AP team members on technical or process related questionsDesign and maintain AP team training objectives, training manuals and guidesEnsure new team members successfully on-board and train, and Senior Analysts train new team members in accordance with training objectives, manuals, and proceduresStrategy and ComplianceSupport manager with month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and reportingServe as a key resource for internal and external audit requests as necessaryAnalyze AP metrics, trends, and KPIs to identify improvement opportunitiesAssist with ERP upgrades, automation projects, and process redesign initiativesTake a forward-thinking approach to identify areas for process improvement and streamline operationsHow we care for you :
Financial Rewards : great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsWork / Life Balance : Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave programHealth & Welfare : Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coveragesProfessional Skills Development : Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programsCollaborative and Welcoming Workplace : Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.Additional site-specific benefits may be offeredSalary Range Transparency : Buffalo, NY $75,000.00$95,000.00 Annually
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