Lead Accounts Payable Associate

Lead Accounts Payable AssociateLocation: Avflight Offices, Ann Arbor, MIEmployment Type: Full Time; OnsiteBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Vacation, Sick & Holidays; Company paid Life and Disability Insurance; 401k savings plan with employer matchingVoluntary Benefits: Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Coverage, & Pet InsuranceDepartment: Accounts PayablePosition SummaryThe Lead Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for overseeing daily accounts payable operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments. This role serves as a subject matter expert for AP processes, provides guidance to team members, supports month-end activities, and partners with internal departments and vendors to resolve issues efficiently.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and support day-to-day accounts payable activities for high-volume invoice processing.Review and verify invoices, payment requests, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.Assist with prioritization of workload and provide mentorship and training to AP team members.Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and payment issues.Maintain vendor records and ensure appropriate documentation, tax forms, and payment information are current.\\Coordinate weekly check runs, daily, ACH and wire transfers, and other payment methods.Support month-end and year-end activities including 1099‘s, supporting accounting team with year-end reconciliations, and reporting.Monitor AP aging and ensure timely payment of vendor obligations.Identify process improvements and participate in system optimization initiatives.Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.Collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, Finance, and external vendors to resolve issues.Qualifications & Experience3+ years of Accounts Payable experience required.Previous experience serving as a lead, senior, or informal team leader preferred.Strong understanding of three-way matching, invoice processing, vendor management, and payment cycles.Experience with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and customer service abilities.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Positive attitude with outstanding communication skills\\Ability to communicate and work well with managers, internal contacts, and customers to research and resolve issuesEducationAssociate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.SkillsAccounts Payable OperationsVendor Relations\\Invoice ProcessingAccount ReconciliationsMicrosoft ExcelERP SystemsProcess ImprovementLeadership and Team SupportInternal ControlProblem Resolution #J-18808-Ljbffr Avflight Corporation