Accounts Payable Lead

## Accounts Payable Lead Apply remote type:
Hybrid locations:
Orlando time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R0331905

Location:

Orlando, United States of America Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters.

And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

When you rely on airlines to connect you in flight, you rely on Thales. In an increasingly fast paced world, we make the unpredictable, predictable by connecting and entertain passengers to make your life better. Combining a diversity of talents, we master the decisive moments that matter to passengers and airlines. Whatever it takes.
** Accounts Payable Lead
** Orlando, FL (Fully Onsite)
** Position Summary
** Thales is looking for an
** Accounts Payable Lead**, who will be responsible for leading the end-to-end accounts payable process while serving as the primary interface between suppliers, project controllers, project managers, Accounting, Finance, and the offshore service provider to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payment processing.
In this position, you will oversee all aspects of accounts payable operations, including payment creation and analysis, supplier account aging, purchasing treatment determinations, and coordination with Infosys, while driving process efficiency, maintaining strong internal controls, and delivering a high level of customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. You will act as the lead for the procure-to-pay process, fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams and ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
** Key Areas of Responsibility
*** Lead the end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) process across the AGS Americas business, serving as the primary liaison with Infosys, the offshore Accounts Payable service provider, to ensure efficient and compliant accounts payable operations.
* Oversee supplier payment activities, including payment proposal generation, payment processing, supplier account aging, reconciliations, and dispute resolution, ensuring timely and accurate payment of supplier obligations.
* Partner with Procurement, Finance, Project Management, Operations, and Receiving teams to resolve invoice, receiving, and supplier account issues while ensuring timely approval and processing of supplier invoices.
* Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing account reconciliations, managing intercompany payable transactions, facilitating certifications, and supporting corporate reporting requirements.
* Maintain strong internal controls and compliance by supporting internal control assessments, audit readiness, external audit requests, accounting policy adherence, and compliance with applicable financial regulations and company procedures.
* Drive continuous process improvement by monitoring accounts payable performance, preparing financial and status reports, supporting special projects, implementing process enhancements, and providing exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
** Minimum Qualifications
*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. Minimum of 9 years of progressive experience in an engineering, technical services, or service delivery environment, including operations and maintenance (O&M) or managed services responsibilities.
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 3–5+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience, or a Master’s degree with 1+ years of relevant experience, or an…