Accounts Payable Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Team Lead

Job Description

Lead the accounts payable function in a dynamic manufacturing environment, overseeing full-cycle invoice processing, purchase order matching, and payment activities while providing guidance and support to a small accounts payable team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the accounts payable function in a manufacturing environment.
• Manage full-cycle accounts payable processes, including invoice receipt, verification, coding, and payment processing.
• Review and process invoices in alignment with purchase orders and company policies to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor and prioritize accounts payable workload to meet deadlines and maintain timely vendor payments.
• Provide oversight and direction to one or more accounts payable team members, including mentoring and support on complex issues.
• Use SAP to enter, track, and reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Create and maintain Excel pivot tables and reports to analyze accounts payable data and support decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice, purchase order, and payment-related questions.
• Maintain organized records and documentation for audits and internal reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of accounts payable processes and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on accounts payable experience.
• Proven experience overseeing one or more accounts payable team members.
• Experience in accounts payable within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage full-cycle accounts payable processes.
• Proficiency with SAP for accounts payable and invoice processing activities.
• Advanced Excel skills, including creating and working with pivot tables.
• Solid understanding of invoice processing, invoicing, and purchase order workflows.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and reconciliation.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with accounts receivable processes is a plus.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing setting with related financial workflows.
• Ability to analyze data and produce clear reports using Excel and other tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with internal teams and vendors.
• Organizational skills to maintain thorough documentation and support audit requirements.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a supportive environment that values financial expertise and offers meaningful benefits, including a competitive retirement plan with a strong employer match, comprehensive health coverage, and paid time off. Employees have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits, a 6% 401(k) match, and two weeks of PTO, along with the potential for a flexible schedule that supports work-life balance and long-term career growth.

Work Environment

Work in a professional office environment within a manufacturing organization, using SAP, MS Office Suite, and Excel pivot tables on a regular basis. The role is primarily office-based, with standard business hours and the potential for a flexible schedule depending on business needs and performance. Dress code aligns with a typical office setting, and the workspace is designed to support focus, collaboration, and efficient handling of financial transactions

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ringgold, GA.

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Ringgold,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.