Accounts Payable Lead

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE LEAD Controllership Organization | Full-Time Pataskala, OH Salary: $60,000-$80,000

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Accounts Payable Lead to join our Controllership team. In this role, you will oversee and guide the day-to-day AP function — leading a team while owning invoice processing, payment execution, vendor management, daily reconciliations, cash management, and corporate credit card program administration. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of AP experience, a proven track record of supervisory leadership, strong organizational skills, and a high degree of confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Supervision

Supervise and mentor AP team members, providing day-to-day guidance, workload management, and performance support Serve as the primary escalation point for AP issues, exceptions, and vendor disputes Assist in training new team members on AP processes, systems, and policies Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and controls within the AP function

Invoice Processing & Coding

Manage the AP inbox, triaging and routing incoming invoices and correspondence in a timely manner Code invoices accurately to the correct general ledger accounts, cost centers, and departments Review and resolve invoice discrepancies and exceptions with internal stakeholders and vendors

Payment Processing

Process and oversee payment runs including ACH, wire transfers, and checks in accordance with payment terms Monitor payment schedules to ensure timely disbursements and avoid late fees Assist with cash application and maintain accurate records of payments applied

Reconciliations, Daily Banking & Month-End Close

Perform daily bank reconciliations, matching bank statement activity to the general ledger and investigating and resolving any discrepancies promptly Support daily cash management activities, including monitoring cash positions, flagging funding needs, and coordinating with the Controller on liquidity Perform and review daily and monthly AP reconciliations, ensuring subledger balances align with the general ledger Support month-end close activities including accruals, aging analysis, and reporting Identify and resolve open items and variances on a timely basis

Vendor Account Management

Oversee onboarding of new vendors, including setup of vendor accounts in NetSuite Verify and maintain bank account information for vendors with a high level of confidentiality and in compliance with internal controls Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor master data Serve as a point of contact for vendor inquiries and statement reconciliations

Corporate Credit Card Management (Ramp)

Administer the company corporate card program in Ramp, including card issuance, limit management, and user access Review and process employee credit card transactions, ensuring proper coding to GL accounts and cost centers Enforce corporate card policy compliance, following up with cardholders on missing receipts, out-of-policy spend, and unapproved transactions Reconcile Ramp card statements monthly and ensure timely payment of balances Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions related to the Ramp platform and corporate card usage Partner with Finance and department leads to monitor spend trends and flag anomalies

Qualifications

Required

5+ years of accounts payable experience, with demonstrated progression in responsibility Prior supervisory or team lead experience overseeing AP staff Solid understanding of end-to-end AP processes including invoice processing, coding, and payment processing Experience with daily bank reconciliations and cash management activities Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through Reliable, self-motivated, and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and collaborate across teams

Preferred System Experience

NetSuite — AP processing, vendor management, and GL coding Ramp — corporate card administration, transaction review, and spend management Microsoft Office — working knowledge of Excel for reconciliations, reporting, and data management

Preferred

Familiarity with 1099 preparation and vendor tax documentation Experience with AP automation or process improvement initiatives

What We Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to grow within a dynamic Controllership organization Collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team culture Exposure to process improvement and systems optimization initiatives