Team Lead, Accounts Payable

Carvana • Tempe, AZ

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Carvana is revolutionizing the car buying experience and is looking for individuals excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit, creativity, and innovation are key. The company takes big swings, sets ambitious goals, and makes data- and process-driven decisions. Carvana has been changing the game since 2013 and is continuing its rapid growth.

This Accounts Payable Team Lead will serve as a bridge between Senior AP Specialists and the AP Manager, providing day-to-day operational oversight while remaining a hands-on contributor. The role involves coaching team members, communicating with site locations, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of all AP functions. This position offers the opportunity to see your insights have an immediate, tangible impact in a well-funded and rapidly growing company.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 3–5 years of accounts payable experience
• at least 1 year in a lead, senior, or supervisory capacity
• Hands-on experience with full-cycle AP processing including invoice coding, check runs, ACH/wire disbursements, and reconciliation.
• Experience communicating with multiple site or regional locations in a multi-entity or multi-location environment.
• Proficiency in AP and accounting systems such as Oracle, Coupa, or similar platforms.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage, organize, and reconcile high volumes of transactions accurately.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor team members, provide constructive feedback, and support team development.
• Excellent communication skills — both written and verbal — for cross-functional collaboration and site-level correspondence.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify discrepancies, escalate appropriately, and drive resolution.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience with 1099 filing and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day AP operations including invoice receipt, processing, verification, coding, and reconciliation across multiple business units.
• Manage and execute check runs, including review of ACH, check disbursements, wires, and credit card payments for accuracy prior to release.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for site locations, auction facilities, and internal stakeholders regarding payment status, vendor inquiries, and invoice discrepancies.
• Communicate proactively with site and hub locations to resolve payment issues, obtain approvals, and ensure timely processing of invoices.
• Partner closely with internal teams to enter and code financial data accurately, ensuring adherence to GL coding standards and company guidelines.
• Review and reconcile data from multiple sources (Oracle, Coupa, banking systems) to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Monitor team workload distribution and assist the AP Manager in assigning tasks, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Provide formal and informal coaching, training, and feedback to AP Specialists and Senior Specialists to support professional growth and process compliance.
• Identify processing errors, escalate anomalies, and work cross-functionally to resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support the AP Manager in developing and maintaining AP procedures, process documentation, and training materials.
• Assist with month-end close activities including subledger review, vendor statement reconciliation, and reporting.
• Liaise with vendors to coordinate payments, resolve disputes, and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Communicate effectively upward to the AP Manager regarding team performance, process gaps, and escalation items.

Benefits

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED