Accounts Payable Team Lead
About The Position
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Team Lead to support the accounts payable function by serving as a subject matter expert and key point of contact for complex accounts payable tasks. The Accounts Payable Team Lead will take ownership of critical accounts payable processes, assist with escalations, and help ensure accuracy and efficiency across the function without direct supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field strongly preferered.
- 3+ years of accounts payable experience required.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
- Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software (Concur, GP and Workday).
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative on assigned tasks.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume invoices with accuracy and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Assist with complex invoice issues, payment discrepancies, and vendor inquiries.
- Collaborate closely with Purchasing, Tax and Accounting teams to resolve unmatched or disputed invoices.
- Support weekly payment runs, ensuring proper approvals, coding, and adherence to payment schedules.
- Monitor the AP inbox and assist in resolving urgent or escalated issues.
- Maintain vendor records and assist with onboarding and changes in the vendor master file.
- Assist with outstanding checks follow ups, check reissues and voids.
- Assist with monthly AP accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests.
- Train new team members informally on processes, tools, and best practices.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
