Lead Accounts Payable Specialist - Military veterans preferred

Who we are... Verra Mobility is a global leader in smart mobility. We develop technology-enabled solutions that help the world move safely and easily. We are fostering the development of safe cities, working with police departments and municipalities to install over 4,000 red-light, speed, and school bus stop arm safety cameras across North America. We are also creating smart roadways, serving the world's largest commercial fleets and rental car companies to manage tolling transactions and violations for over 8.5 million vehicles. And we are a leading provider of connected systems, processing nearly 165 million transactions each year across 50+ individual tolling authorities. Culture Verra Mobility Corporation is a rapidly-growing, entrepreneurial company that operates with a people-first philosophy and approach. The company lives by its core values-Do What's Right, Lead with Grace, Win Together, and Own It-in everything it does for its customers and team members. The company seeks to grow aggressively, both organically and through acquisition, to continue to be the undisputed market leader with these five core competencies: bias for action, customer focus, teamwork, drive for results, and commitment to excellence. Position Overview: Accounts Payable Lead The Accounts Payable Lead is responsible for full cycle accounts payable processing, leading the daily accounts payable activities and operations to ensure timely payments of vendor invoices and maintaining accurate financial records and control reports. This role will also lead weekly check runs, responding to audit requests, and adhering to SOX Compliance. Responsibilities: * Responsible for the full cycle processing of accounts payables in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with company policies and procedures. * Reviews monthly vendor statements and reconciles any differences. * Assist in the continuous review of accounts payable policies and procedures to identify opportunities for improvement. * Review and update documented department processes as needed. * Act as first point of contact to resolve emergencies or escalated issues. * Coordinate with vendors, purchasing and other departments as needed to make sure payables are processed on time with accuracy and in accordance with company policies. * Lead the team's performance targets and goals, including tracking and reporting. * Maintain positive vendor relationships by providing the highest level of customer service. * Maintain SOX controls, company policies and procedures. * Responsible for month end activity, including allocations and accruals. * Lead and manage the 1099 processing at year end. * Support Concur users and troubleshoot issues with IT; ensure month-end reporting is timely and complete. * Perform other duties as requested. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business-related field or equivalent experience and training. * Minimum 5 years of accounts payable or related experience required; some experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred. * Proficient with a variety of computer software applications in word processing and spreadsheets (MS Word & Excel); Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups). * Experience with Concur preferred. * Technical knowledge of full cycle accounts payable best practices. * Experience with 1099 processing and vendor record setup preferred. * Demonstrates high sense of urgency and personal initiative related to customer service and problem resolution. * Executes all duties with follow-through and professionalism, with high level of business ethics. * Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines. * Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all matters concerning the company, employees, and its customers. * Works well in a team environment and can work with individuals from all business areas. * Utilizes strong time management and organizational skills.