Accounts Payable Team Lead

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join our Accounting team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in accounts payable who’s ready to take the next step into a leadership role. The Accounts Payable Lead will oversee daily AP operations, ensure accuracy and timeliness of vendor payments, and help drive process improvements across the department. This position is on-site located at our Saint Petersburg, HQ.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounts payable operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Review, process, and approve invoices, credit memos, and expense reports.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure proper documentation and coding of purchases.
• Monitor payment schedules to maintain positive vendor relationships and optimize cash flow.
• Assist in month-end closing activities and prepare AP reports as needed.
• Support the implementation of process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Train and mentor AP staff, providing guidance on best practices and issue resolution.
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a related accounting function.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and AP procedures.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for data entry, document handling, and computer operation.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move items up to 15 pounds (such as files, boxes of documents, or office supplies).
• Regular communication with team members and vendors, requiring clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Work is performed primarily in an office setting with occasional movement throughout the facility.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

At GA Foods, we are deeply committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is our policy that all employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetics, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. We base all employment decisions on merit, qualifications to perform the essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodations), and business needs. GA Foods also provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

GA Food Services of Pinellas County, LLC (GA Foods) is proud to be a Drug-Free, Smoke-Free Workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.