Accounts Payable Lead

Musco Lighting

. Oversee Accounts Payable operations by reviewing invoice entries, assisting with month-end close activities, performing account reconciliations, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeOskaloosa • Iowa • United StatesSenior💰 $60,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor management, and compliance with GAAP. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and automated accounting systems, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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Accounts Payable ManagementGAAP KnowledgeMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyVendor Relationship ManagementAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Accounts PayableGeneral AccountingAccount ReconciliationMonth-End Close ActivitiesInvoice ProcessingVendor Invoice ApprovalACH Banking SetupJournal EntriesProcess ImprovementInternal Controls

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCustomer Service Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAutomated Accounting Systems

Industry Keywords

Vendor ManagementAP ClearingSales Tax CertificatesW-9 CollectionFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee Accounts Payable operations by reviewing invoice entries, assisting with month-end close activities, performing account reconciliations, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
Serve as the primary resource for AP team members resolving unusual transactions and situations consistently with Musco processes and system requirements.
Identify and implement process improvements, including strengthening internal controls.
Investigate and resolve complex accounts payable problems, including vendor statements and AP Clearing items.
Review and approve vendor invoice journals and payment batches for multiple companies.
Provide a point of contact for external vendors and internal managers regarding the accounts payable process, payment status inquiries, and process exceptions.
Complete vendor credit applications, credit references, new vendor information forms, vendor audit requests, and sales tax certificates.
Set up new vendors in the accounting system and collect required W-9s.
Verify and set up ACH banking information for domestic and international vendors.
Reconcile accounts and create month-end journal entries related to prepaid expenses and insurance.
Evaluate processes and procedures and implement improvements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.
Two or more years of accounts payable or general accounting experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, AP, AR, General Ledger.
Ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong Excel skills and aptitude for using automated accounting systems.
Customer service skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful work in a team-first culture
Continuous learning and professional development
Work-life balance
Flexibility for community involvement, family activities, and personal time
Health insurance plans
Vision and dental insurance
PTO
401k
Profit sharing