Accounting Director, Accounts Payable and Vendor Help
Accounting Director, Accounts Payable and Vendor Help
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Job Description
If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.
Job Summary
The Director of Accounts Payable and Vendor Help oversees the strategic and operational management of the accounts payable function ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments and compliance with financial policies. This role leads a team dedicated to onboarding vendors resolving their inquiries maintaining strong vendor data health and optimizing accounts payable workflows. The director collaborates cross-functionally to drive process improvements and enhance system efficiencies.Job Description
Key Accountabilities
- Sets standards for quality of work develops the department vision and drives continuous improvement and standardization across their team.
- Responsible for shaping department culture and mentoring the development of future leaders in the accounting and finance areas.
- Provides support to other departments as a subject matter expert.
- Provides strategic expertise to support maintenance and improvements of internal systems.
Role Specific Accountabilities:
- Oversees end-to-end accounts payable (AP) operations ensuring timely accurate and compliant processing of invoices and payments.
- Leads the vendor helpdesk team to resolve inquiries efficiently maintain high service levels and strengthen vendor relationships.
- Develops and implements internal controls and audit procedures to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Drives continuous improvement initiatives including automation and system enhancements to streamline AP workflows and reduce manual effort.
- Collaborates with finance procurement and IT teams to align AP processes with organizational goals and support strategic decision-making.
Education Experience & Skill Requirements
- 10 years in Accounting Finance or related field
- Experience preferred in the Energy industry
- 7 years experience as a Manager / Supervisor
- CPA preferred
- Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP
- Fundamental understanding of accounting and/or reporting systems
- Strong leadership business financial problem solving and communication skills.
Core Competencies/Key Metrics
- Business Acumen and Industry Insights: navigate and assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment.
- Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of end-to-end processes and associated enabling technologies.
- Data Analytics and Strategic Decision Support: harness the power of data and influence strategic decision making.
- Effective Communication and Continuous Improvement: support organizational transformation and foster a collaborative transparent environment.
- Accounting Acumen: leverage accounting expertise for business activities with accuracy precision and timeliness
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Vistra Corporate Services CompanyLocations
Irving TexasTexasWe are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations Great People Teamwork Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you then apply today!
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
