Accounts Payable Team Lead

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for assisting in the supervision and the general activities and processes of the Accounts Payable Department.  Ensures that AP functions are performed accurately and in a timely basis.  Reconciles AP subsidiary ledger to the GL, and prepares all relevant AP accruals for financial reporting.  Compiles information for the purpose of analyzing vendor prices and quality according to “industry standards” and “best practices”. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Provides technical oversight to AP staff, and ensures staff is performing at peak levels and following all policies and procedures in their invoice processing, coding and check printing.  Ensures functions are performed accurately and in a timely manner.

Reconciles relevant AP reports including, but not limited to:

• AP aging report
• Temp employment agency expense reports
• UPS expense reports
• Health, Dental and Life Insurance expense reports
• Training and employee expense reports

Reconciles AP subsidiary ledger to the GL and researches and resolves reconciling issues. Oversees AP accruals based on factual, verifiable data including preparing a report of unfilled PO’s for month-end accruals, and tracks down any unresolved PO’s.   Reconciles and reimburses Petty Cash each month.

Assists Accounting Manager with other Close related processes as needed

Ensures that all W9 forms are received from vendors, and that vendor files are updated and accurate, including new vendor set up.

Provides input of regular reviews and evaluations for other members of the team, acting as the team lead and resource for the department.

Oversee “Procure to Pay” Sox Testing and insure timely completion and accuracy of tests

Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

• Solid understanding of AP and AP process.
• Excel spreadsheet and Basic Word knowledge and skill a must.
• Experience with Great Plains Accounting helpful.
• Detail oriented.
• Great organization skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to get along with other managers, peers, and subordinates a must.

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: 

• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Very good attention to detail and accuracy
• Customer service oriented and ability to work with and resolve complex issues
• Ability to plan and arrange activities
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent  written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to manage conflict
• Capacity to work effectively under pressure
• Analytical thinking
• Oversee small projects
• Identify and recommend continuous improvement opportunities
• Establish productive working relationships at multiple levels within the organization

WORK EXPERIENCE: 

Typically 4 or more years of related experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: 

Typically High School education, vocational training and/or on-the-job training. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

The posted range for this position is $39,269-53,995, which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including prior experience, current skills, location/labor market, internal equity, etc.

Other benefits available include: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401K Plan with Company Match, PTO, Paid Parental Leave, Income Protection, Work Life Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Educational Benefits, Worldwide Scholarship Program and Volunteer Opportunities.

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at: www.henryschein.com/careers

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