Lead Specialist - AP

About the role

This position will be responsible for providing project leadership and oversight for vendor payment operations. Act as a liaison between Accounts Payable and other departments to ensure alignment and accuracy in financial transactions. This role will sit onsite at our Appleton, WI location 4 days per week with 1 remote day.

Responsibilities

• Provide indirect leadership to the Accounts Payable team pertaining to day-to-day operations
• Lead vendor negotiations and strategic resolution of payment issues
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives to improve payment accuracy and efficiency
• Develop and maintain documentation for payment processes and training
• Support audit and compliance activities related to accounts payable
• Represent the team in leadership meetings and strategic planning
• Demonstrate sound judgment and make timely, independent decisions with minimal oversight, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and operational priorities
• Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
• Continuously learn and develop professionally
• Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or finance
• Demonstrated leadership in managing payment operations
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with process documentation and training