Accounts Payable Lead

About the role

Amerit Fleet Solutions, one of the leading fleet maintenance companies in the US, is looking to hire a skilled Accounts Payable Lead.

Responsibilities

• Initiates, cultivates, and maintains strong relationships with vendors
• Processes vendor invoices, vendor credit memos
• Assigns proper general ledger account coding
• Review submitted invoices and confirmed supporting documentation, correct G/L coding, and appropriate approval prior to entering invoice into accounts payable system for payment
• Conduct independent research, follow-up, and resolution of PO/variance/matching/receiving issues
• Assists in year-end audits and ad hoc projects as required
• Assures that invoices are paid timely to receive all appropriate early payment discounts
• Cash management preparing wire transfers, ACHs, etc.
• Assures accuracy of annual Form 1099 Reporting
• Works under minimum supervision
• Vendor Management: Request W-9 forms from prospective vendors
• Maintain up to date information for vendors
• Input new vendors in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions
• Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential
• Participate in educational opportunities to update job understanding
• Perform filing and other duties as assigned
• Ensures compliance, drives process improvement, manages vendor relationships
• Communicate with clients, managers, and techs via phone, text, and email
• Communicate work orders and observe workflow progress on shop to ensure work is completed to specified requirements in a timely manner
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds; Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear; Frequent use of hands and fingers; Ability to feel and reach with hands and arms

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in accounts payable with general ledger accounting experience
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable principles
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software
• Proficiency in English and in MS Office
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail and desire for continuous improvement and learning
• A positive and professional attitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
• Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
• Strong computer skills/phone/customer service/leadership and interpersonal skills
• Must be multi-task oriented
• Experience in customer support is a plus
• Time management and planning skills

Benefits

• Full benefits within 30 days
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) match program
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Commitment to your safety through boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Career and learning development with an extensive training program through Amerit University
• Employee referral program, up to $1,000 bonus
• ASE certification program with fee reimbursement and bonus
• Employee recognition platform that includes opportunities to redeem points for merchandise
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 24/7 nurse triage line
• Employee discounts on cell phone service and entertainment tickets
• Employee resource