H.B. FULLER Accounts Payable Team Leader Salary in the United States

H.B. Fuller is a leading global adhesives provider focusing on perfecting adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemical products to improve products and lives. Our commitment to innovation brings together people, products and processes that answer and solve some of the world's biggest challenges. And, our promise to our people connects them with opportunities to innovate and thrive.

The Accounts Payable (AP) Team Leader reports to the Accounts Payable Manager and has responsibility for various AP functions and compliance work. Position will also manage the day-to-day activity, as well as monitor and report all A/P activities for the 10 manufacturing sites, formerly known as Royal Adhesives. The scope of the accountability includes: 

• Oversee the AP function through issue resolution, training, monitoring, and review of transactions and related reports.
• Support the monthly close.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
• Train and lead accounts payable team members

Description:

Accounts Payable / Leadership (80%)

• Ensure that payables are recorded in compliance with GAAP, SOX, and H.B. Fuller’s internal policies
• Provide day-to-day prioritization to A/P team (daily report)
• Complete month-end close responsibilities as assigned
• Ensure all the department tasks, are completed timely and accurate. Including AP aging analysis, accruals analysis, RNI and GR/IR, etc.
• Support and monitor defined AP KPI`s (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Develop and implement processes for effective issue escalation and resolution
• Identify, analyze and solve complex issues
• Establish strong network with key internal/external stakeholders and provide partnership through quality service delivery and timely issue resolution
• Maintain a high degree of customer service to vendors and internal H.B. Fuller employees utilizing the department’s services.
• Support the plants to ensure timely resolution of issues/questions
• Routinely and accurately perform back-up responsibilities within Royal A/P and/or another Royal GFS department.
• Participate or lead projects as assigned and help with system testing as a lead participant. 

Team Development / Leadership (15%)

• Demonstrate leadership and decision-making skills that ensure a teamwork environment.
• Provide leadership to the team taking accountability for team performance.
• Train employees to enhance their performance, development, and work production. 

Compliance (5%)

• Assist with 1099 reporting and audits.
• Provide support for internal and external audits, including preparation of PBC work papers.
• Ensure internal controls and best practices are followed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with major in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2 years of Accounting experience (Shared Services environment preferred)
• Proven accounting knowledge, including journal entries, accruals and closing activities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Self-motivated with desire for continuous improvement
• Good organizational skills, with flexibility to accommodate shifting priorities
• Travel expected (10%)

Preferred Qualifications:

• U.S. 1099 and Canada T4A filing experience.
• General Accounting experience
• SOX experience
• SAP/Adage 

Employees are eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, insurance, 401k contribution, paid time off and paid holidays.   All employees also qualify for an annual cash bonus, based on business performance. Annual raises are rewarded based on company and individual performance.

To all recruitment agencies: H.B. Fuller does not accept agency resumes unless directly engaged by Human Resources. Please do not forward any resumes to Human Resources or any employees. H.B. Fuller is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

For more information and to apply, go to:   http://jobs.hbfuller.com/

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.