Director of Accounts Payable

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 

Preferred Experience

• Experience operating within large, complex organizational environments 
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud 
• Experience in a healthcare or highly regulated environment preferred 
• Experience leading or supporting ERP implementations