Lead, Accounts Payable

Company: Exemplis

Department: Accounts Payable

Location:

Cypress, CA, US, 90630

Work Designation: Hybrid

Salary Range: $26.06 - $39.09

Position Summary:

We’re looking at an Accounts Payable Lead to support our AP team with cash management, key performance metrics, and performance measurement systems. As a lead, you’ll own escalated circumstances surrounding vendor issues, train new team members, and act as additional support for the AP Supervisor.

This is a hybrid role requiring onsite work three days per week in Cypress, CA (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Developing and training new and existing AP personnel
Creating and maintaining vendor accounts in Microsoft Dynamics AX
Preparing dealer commission weekly report and responding to inquiries
Monthly reconciliation of credit card and Single Use Account (SUA) statements
Research and resolution of purchasing discrepancies

Assist with the development and maintenance of management reporting systems and reports to ensure executive team visibility of cash management activities
Partner on month-end close processing of freight, commission, installation, and spiff accruals
Assist AP Manager with accurate and timely settlement of vendor invoices; maintenance of accurate reports and records; maintenance of constructive relationships with the company’s suppliers
Backfilling for AP Manager for all AP functions
Work closely with internal customers such as Corporate Controller, VP Finance, CFO, VP Supply Chain, VP Logistics and VP Sales

Qualifications, Skills and Education:

Required Qualifications:

5+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable
2+ years' experience in Manufacturing processing high volume of invoices for inventory parts and raw materials/cost of goods
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong analytical skills
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Strong Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications:

College degree in business or accounting field
1+ years' experience in a Lead or similar role
Experience with AX Dynamics, Microsoft Dynamics D365, Concur, Medius and Crystal Reports, or similar programs

Perks and Benefits:
We hope that you’re excited by the possibilities that come along with working at Exemplis! With us, TEAM comes first. We bring integrity, passion, and excellence to work each day. Being part of our team means living our core values and thriving in an environment of constant innovation and positive change.

In addition to our unique culture, we also offer these fun perks and benefits.

Competitive Salary: Our compensation philosophy is to be externally competitive, internally fair, and not win or lose on compensation. Salary ranges are developed with the support of national benchmarks and industry best practices that adjusts to your cost of labor, years of relevant experience, skill set, and education.
Employee Discounts: We offer our employees discounts across all of our product lines.
Hit our Numbers Lunch: When we hit our monthly milestones, we all celebrate!

About Us:

It all started in a small warehouse in California with just three employees, a fax machine and a bell that rang out every time a chair came down the conveyor belt. 30 years later, Exemplis continues to lead, innovate and disrupt an array of industries through its growing family of brands — including SitOnIt Seating, Timbuk2, X-Chair, Maverick, Mavix, Edloe Finch, and Albany Park. From sustainable manufacturing to outreach programs and more, we strive to make a positive impact on everyone we serve. We make sure our people (and their communities) are at the core of our organization. To make a difference, we must be a champion of diversity, inclusion, service and social justice — above all else. Are you ready to be a part of something special? We have headquarters, offices and retail stores across the U.S. (plus a variety of flexible work opportunities). Learn more and apply today.
Exemplis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. Read our full statement on our careers page.