Accounts Payable Lead

Tennant Company • Eden Prairie, MN

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About The Position

The Accounts Payable (AP) Lead is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function within a global organization. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, compliance with company policies, and adherence to regulatory requirements. The AP Lead will serve as a key liaison between finance, procurement, and business units worldwide, driving process improvements and supporting scalability for a $1B enterprise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years in accounts payable or related finance roles, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience in a global organization and familiarity with multi-currency transactions.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and AP automation tools.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and process improvement mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with shared services or centralized AP models.
• Exposure to Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end AP processes, including invoice receipt, coding, approval workflows, and payment execution.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and global tax regulations.
• Lead and mentor AP specialists or clerks, providing guidance on complex transactions and issue resolution.
• Foster a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and escalations.
• Collaborate with procurement and business units to resolve discrepancies and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Identify opportunities to streamline AP processes and implement automation tools (e.g., OCR, ERP enhancements).
• Support global standardization initiatives and best practices across regions.
• Prepare AP metrics, aging reports, and cash flow forecasts for leadership.
• Monitor KPIs to ensure timely payments and optimize working capital.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, disability, life insurance, paid time off, and voluntary benefits!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level