Accounting Support Lead

Lead Accounting Support Accounts Payable

Lennox National Account Services (NAS), wholly owned by Lennox International, a 120+ year old company and a world leader in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry. NAS is a major, national player in the Commercial Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) maintenance and service industry.

We have 100+ offices throughout the continental United States and are still growing and expanding. In the next 5 years we will double the number of Branch Offices and significantly increase annual revenue. In order to do so we need good people like you, who want to grow and learn. We consistently offer the best of both to all our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer (EEOC).

Benefits:

For information regarding our impressive benefits package, please visit our web site at LII Benefits. We have matching 401(k), comprehensive health and wellness, perks and discounts, pet insurance, free subscriptions and much more! Note: benefits may vary depending on the position and are subject to change.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Lead Accounting Support Accounts Payable professional to oversee and support the AP functions within our finance department. This role will ensure the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and reconciliations while providing guidance to the AP team. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of AP processes, and the ability to streamline workflows for greater efficiency.

As a lead, the person in this position provides complex accounting support with lead responsibility in an accounting department.

Duties Include

• Oversee the full cycle of accounts payable, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and reconciliations.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices while verifying proper coding and approvals.
• Manage vendor relationships, addressing inquiries and resolving payment discrepancies.
• Process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers in accordance with company policies.
• Maintain accurate AP records and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to the AP team, ensuring efficiency and adherence to best practices.
• Assist in training and onboarding new team members.
• Act as the primary point of contact for escalated AP-related issues.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure smooth payment processing.
• Prepare and analyze AP aging reports, ensuring timely payment of invoices.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes by reconciling accounts and preparing reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to AP transactions.
• Identify inefficiencies in the AP process and recommend improvements.
• Implement best practices for vendor management, invoice approvals, and payment processing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred but not required with equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years in accounts payable.
• Strong understanding of AP processes, vendor management, and payment processing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. SAP, NetSuite) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

We Value Diversity

Here at Lennox, we believe that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Our goal is to build workplaces that reflect the communities where we live and work, support the growth and development of each team member as they strive to reach their full potential, and empower them to be their authentic selves. Lennox is an equal opportunity employer.