Director of Accounts Payable

Job description

Lead Modern Disbursement Operations: Drive Digital Transformation & Process Innovation Strengthen Controls, Compliance & Risk Management - 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 - 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 - Establish and continuously enhance internal controls across accounts payable and business expense processes - Ensure appropriate access, governance, and protection of sensi...