Accounts Payable Team Leader

Role Overview

• Oversee departmental results and coordinate overall team productivity.
• Delegate and manage workflows involving commissions, taxes, return premiums, overpayments, and other key accounting tasks.
• Ensure timely payments to insurance companies and maintain low payables over 90 days.
• Issue direct bill commission payments to agents after AR confirmation.
• Manage uncashed checks and state surplus lines tax filing processes.
• Oversee accurate and timely vendor/supplier payments while maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Review and approve teammate expense reports promptly while ensuring compliance with company policy.
• Maintain accurate and current contact listings for carriers, insurance vendors, and agency/ direct bill partners.
• Continuously optimize payable processes and maintain updated SOPs.
• Support audits by gathering required documents and coordinating responses as needed.
• Lead, train, and develop the ICP team, including scheduling, performance reviews, and coverage for absences.
• Handle escalations, manage complex cases, and communicate effectively with internal teams, brokers, and providers while supporting month‑end close activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university with an accounting or finance concentration, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 or more years experience in a similar position or industry
• Experience with leading a team of at least 2 teammates. (preferred)
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Benefits

• Health Benefits : Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits : ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness : Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits : Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.