Job Description
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
The Accounts Payable Specialist, Lead reports directly to the Supervisor, Payroll and Accounts Payable. This position is responsible for the intermediate leadership and support to the Accounts Payable Specialist and will assist the Supervisor, Payroll and Accounts Payable, in the supervision of the daily activities. This position is responsible for the analysis of weekly accounts payable data for variances, exceptions and trends that would assist management with information necessary to support the success of the organization. This position will monitor and respond to reports and monitor the Accounts Payable processes, troubleshooting and testing for new processes and updates . Assist in development of inclusive test cases and documentation to be used as tools for testing new software upgrades for CapMetro functionality.
Responsibilities
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Note: The duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

• Ensure the payment process is completed for weekly and monthly check runs and electronic payments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve user issues that affect outstanding invoices which include workflow approval, contract funding, purchase orders, and requisition issues that stop the payments.
• Ensure the invoice has been coded to the correct finance accounts.
• Ensure major account invoices are paid in a timely manner once received.
• Assist in conducting Oracle system testing to ensure enhancements, patches and updates work to specifications for accounts payable.
• Review the invoice workflow process so that invoices are delegated to the appropriate approver throughout the day for timely payments.
• Manage the Canon invoice by splitting the batch invoice to the correct accounts.
• Research and resolve billing questions, invoicing, financial inquiries, customer, and vendor account information.
• Support CapMetro's Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by ensuring staff follows safety and security policies, considers safety in every action, and ensures safety and security concerns are reported.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications
WHAT YOU BRING

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Four (4) years' experience in purchasing and/or accounts payable.
• Experience as a team lead or one year of experience in Accounts Payable at CapMetro.
• Preferred experience with Oracle Financials including report development and check processes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general accounting methods and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work to meet set deadlines.
• Ability to analyze data and recommend solutions.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong time management, planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and find solutions for issues as they develop.
• Ability to multitask in a deadline driven environment and shift priorities as needed.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and vendors.
• Ability to interact with team members and management staff.
• Self-motivated with ability to be a positive and constructive contributor in a team-based environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is only minimal exposure to unpleasant and/or hazardous working conditions. This position works with multiple project timelines and is responsible for managing employees performing work of a complex nature.
Incumbent must have the ability to stand and sit f frequently throughout an eight -hour period, reach vertically for overhead use as well as horizontally. Must be able to use a telephone or headset equipment. Incumbents must be able to lift and move material weighing up to 20 lbs., perform work at a computer terminal for 6-8 hours a day, and function in an environment with constant interruptions.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions as previously described.
Mobility Status:
As a Mobile position, the employee is expected to work in the office as needed. There will be access to touchdown/collaboration spaces when on site. Must be in-office for socialization, strategic collaboration, supervision, oversight, and accountability as needed.
SECURITY SENSITIVE POSITION
This position has been identified as a "Security Sensitive" position. CapMetro will conduct annual background checks on incumbents in this position. A position is "Security Sensitive" if the incumbent handles currency, has access to sensitive computerized databases, has access to master keys, or works in an area of the CapMetro that has been designated as a security-sensitive area.
PAY RATE COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
About Us
CapMetro is Austin's regional public transportation provider. We've been around since 1985 and work every day to give residents, commuters, and visitors the best possible transit options available to match their busy everyday lives.

We're always on the move, connecting people with jobs, schools, restaurants, shops, festivals, and other great places to hang out. In fact, we have more than 31 million boardings each year.
About the Team
At CapMetro, we work to empower, enhance, and serve the region and its communities through the responsible delivery of safe, reliable, high-quality transportation. We are driven by a culture of Safety, Equity, Transparency, Sustainability, and Innovation . These values guide us in our daily activities, and decision-making and position us to be a great community partner and to better serve our riders who trust us to get them where they're going!
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Work with a diverse, collaborative, and energetic workforce whose focus is to bring innovation into the industry and how we serve our customers and team members.
• Utilize our free and reduced-fare transit service to get to the office and then plan to hit the gym (for free) and work with our onsite trainers, before heading back home.
• If you have children between the ages of 6 months and 6 years old, enroll them in the onsite award-winning Childcare and Learning Center.

...and much more!
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
CapMetro is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and committed to creating a welcoming and diverse environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, age, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. CapMetro makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs at the time.