Accounts Payable Lead

Position Summary:An excellent career opportunity is currently available for a Accounts Payable Lead at the AdvanSix manufacturing facility in Chesterfield, VA. This position is eligible to participate in our Finance Rotational Program, which allows employees to rotate into different finance areas including Treasury, FP&A, Logistics, Procurement, Finance, and Audit. You will be required to work within various systems to ensure all vendors are paid according to terms.  Key Responsibilities: Lead the accounts payable team, offering guidance, training, support for quality work, and professional growth. Develop and oversee the training of AP Processors – leverage the strengths of current team members, clarify roles and responsibilities, implement training programs to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals. Participate in continuous improvement activities within the function, finance department, and overall company. Review work of AP Processors including accurate and timely processing of invoices and tracking of key performance metrics. Foster strong client relationships to address inquiries, resolve disputes, and facilitate smooth payment processes. Conduct regular account reconciliations, collaborating with internal teams to resolve discrepancies. Participate in cross-functional projects including process improvements, system upgrades, and integrations. Vendor, freight and AP invoice approval and release. Ensure compliance with accounting policies, update and maintain procedures documentation. Complete statement reconciliation. Confirm vendor data is current and up to date in the system.  Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance or Accounting, or relevant working experience. 5 Accounts Payable experience. 1 Year in a Supervisory/Management role. 3 years of experience in Finance ERP. Experience with Excel and other MS Office Products.  Additional Qualifications: Experience with SAP strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and interact effectively across multiple departments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail and looking for ways to improve processes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of accounting standards and regulations. Ability to adapt to changing business needs and work collaboratively across departments.  #LI-LR1