Team Lead

DSV • Woodbridge Township, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

DSV, founded in 1976, is the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics, operating in over 80 countries. They add value to customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing, and clearing all types of goods. The company emphasizes a global reach with a local presence. The Accounts Payable (AP) Team Lead position, located in Iselin, Wood Ave, USA, is a full-time role under the general supervision of the AP Supervisor. This key role supports the North America Shared Services function, overseeing daily accounts payable operations including vendor management, invoice processing, and inquiry resolution. The AP Team Lead is responsible for ensuring compliance with company policies, internal controls, and service level agreements (SLAs), fostering strong vendor relationships, and safeguarding confidential information. The role requires independent workload management, effective task delegation, and ongoing support to AP leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of accounts payable experience, with demonstrated leadership or team lead responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with vendors, internal stakeholders, and leadership.
• Proven ability to prioritize, plan, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Leadership & Team Development – Ability to guide, support, and motivate team members while fostering a collaborative environment.
• Analytical Skills – Strong problem-solving abilities; capable of researching discrepancies, identifying root causes, and implementing solutions.
• Communication Skills – Clear and professional written and verbal communication across all levels of the organization.
• Technical Proficiency – Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP).
• Organization & Coordination – Strong ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Attention to Detail – High level of accuracy in processing and reviewing financial data.
• Professional Attributes – Demonstrates confidentiality, accountability, customer service mindset, teamwork, and results-driven performance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a shared services environment preferred.
• SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support day-to-day AP operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across all processes.
• Monitor, review, and analyze aging reports; reconcile the AP sub-ledger to the general ledger.
• Ensure all invoices are properly documented, coded, and approved prior to payment.
• Drive process consistency by creating, updating, and maintaining workflows and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure accurate processing of all transactions, including invoices, ACH payments, checks, and procurement/credit card activity.
• Serve as a primary escalation point for vendor inquiries; build and maintain strong vendor relationships while ensuring compliance.
• Partner with operations, controllers, and cross-functional teams to support business needs and the monthly close process.
• Monitor team workload, prioritize tasks, and distribute assignments to ensure service levels are met.
• Train, mentor, and support team members; assess performance and provide ongoing guidance and development.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and efficiency enhancements.
• Support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned by AP leadership.

Benefits

• Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed