Lead Accounts Payable Associate

AVFLIGHT CORPORATION • Ann Arbor, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The 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.

Requirements

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience required.
• 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 issues

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience serving as a lead, senior, or informal team leader preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead 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.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Vacation
• Sick & Holidays
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401k savings plan with employer matching
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Accident Coverage
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree