Director of Accounts Payable Job Bellaire area,Texas USA,Accounting

Oversee all accounts payable and disbursement activities, ensuring timely, accurate, and policy-compliant vendor payments
Maintain strong governance of vendor master data, including onboarding, maintenance, and data integrity
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and regulatory requirements while maintaining operational excellence
Drive effective utilization of ERP systems and financial platforms supporting disbursement operations

Job Description Lead Modern Disbursement Operations

Oversee all accounts payable and disbursement activities, ensuring timely, accurate, and policy-compliant vendor payments
Maintain strong governance of vendor master data, including onboarding, maintenance, and data integrity
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and regulatory requirements while maintaining operational excellence
Drive effective utilization of ERP systems and financial platforms supporting disbursement operations

Drive Digital Transformation & Process Innovation

Lead the evolution toward a highly automated, touchless accounts payable environment through workflow redesign and emerging technologies
Identify, evaluate, and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and service delivery
Partner with Finance and Information Services to modernize systems, tools, and reporting capabilities
Champion innovation that strengthens financial operations and reduces manual effort

Strengthen Controls, Compliance & Risk Management

Establish and continuously enhance internal controls across accounts payable and business expense processes
Ensure appropriate access, governance, and protection of sensitive financial and vendor data
Proactively identify and mitigate fraud risks through strong controls and monitoring practices
Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, internal policies, and accreditation requirements

Lead High-Performing Teams & Culture

Build, lead, and develop a high-performing accounts payable team rooted in HEART values
Foster a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Evaluate team structure and workflows to drive productivity, engagement, and operational effectiveness
Set clear performance expectations aligned with departmental and organizational goals

Deliver Strategic Insights & Operational Excellence

Provide timely, accurate reporting and insights to leadership and key stakeholders
Identify opportunities to enhance financial disbursement processes and lead implementation of improvements
Support the Controller with financial analysis, reporting, and special initiatives
Monitor performance metrics and drive actions that improve outcomes and accountability

Strengthen Enterprise Collaboration

Serve as a cross-functional leader across Accounting, Supply Chain, Information Services, and Internal Audit/Compliance
Partner with stakeholders to ensure alignment, transparency, and effective service delivery
Communicate clearly and influence outcomes across all levels of the organization

Support Accreditation & Regulatory Excellence

Ensure departmental readiness for Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements
Maintain policies and procedures aligned with current regulations and industry best practices
Collaborate across departments to support system-wide compliance and accreditation efforts

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline required
Master’s degree (MBA, Finance, or related field) preferred

Certifications (Preferred)

CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CPP (Certified Payroll Professional), APM, or related certification preferred

Required Experience

7+ years of experience in financial disbursements, accounts payable, and/or accounting functions
5+ years of progressive leadership or supervisory experience

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