Job Title: Senior Accounts Payable Lead (Temporary)

Location: Jacksonville, FL
Duration: Temporary assignment (2–3 months)
Pay Rate: Approximately $30/hour

Position Summary

We are a financial services company seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Payable Lead to support our Accounts Payable function during a transitional period. This temporary role will oversee day-to-day AP operations, ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments, and provide leadership and guidance to the AP team. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, hands-on leadership, and proven Concur experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies

• Process high-volume invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments in a timely manner

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Concur, including expense report review, troubleshooting, and user support

• Review and approve invoices, expense reports, and payment runs

• Resolve vendor inquiries and discrepancies professionally and promptly

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, and financial regulations

• Assist with month-end close activities related to Accounts Payable

• Provide guidance, training, and support to AP staff as needed

• Identify process improvements and support smooth knowledge transfer for the incoming full-time hire

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Accounts Payable experience, including a lead or senior-level role

• Required: Hands-on experience with Concur

• Experience in a financial services or similar regulated environment preferred

• Strong understanding of AP processes, internal controls, and compliance requirements

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Evelyn Johnson