Accounts Payable Team Lead

ZIEHL-ABEGG, INC • Winston-Salem, NC

40d

About The Position

With over 100 years’ accumulated experience, ZIEHL-ABEGG is the world leading fan and motor manufacturer. We are the proven leader in the fan and ventilation market, providing innovative and energy efficient solutions to our business partners and customers. The AP Team Lead oversees the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and expense reimbursements. This role provides leadership and guidance to the AP team, drives process improvements, and ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4–6 years of experience in accounts payable or finance, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or team lead role
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Knowledge of accounting principles and AP best practices
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience in a shared services or multinational environment
• Exposure to process automation tools (e.g., OCR, RPA)

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, or equivalent) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor accounts payable staff.
• Assign and review work to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback and performance evaluations.
• Oversee the end-to-end AP process, including invoice receipt, approval, coding, and payment.
• Ensure all payments are made accurately, on time, and in accordance with company policy and vendor terms.
• Review and approve payment runs, reconciliations, and adjustments.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and resolve payment or invoice discrepancies promptly.
• Ensure vendor records are accurate and up to date.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within the AP function.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Prepare regular AP reports, including aging analysis, payment forecasts, and KPIs.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities related to accounts payable.
• Work closely with procurement, finance, and other departments to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Support cross-functional projects and finance transformation initiatives.

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement Program- We encourage team members to continue their education to support their current or future work.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision options.
• Company-paid Life insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance, and Parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement account with a generous company match
• Phenomenal work life balance offering twenty (20) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per calendar year.
• Holidays totaling eleven days (11) per calendar year including a floating holiday of employee’s choice.
• Career advancement and training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees