What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Support Lead position at Lennox International?
Company Overview
Lennox International (LII) is a leading global provider of innovative climate control solutions for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) markets.Beginning over a century ago, Lennox International has built a strong heritage of Innovation and Responsibility. Our position as an innovation leader continually inspires us to promote more efficient energy use and a healthier environment through our product operations. Our engaged and diverse workforce is committed to providing climate control solutions that provide the most value and comfort for our customers. We are proud to have instilled a shared sense of responsibility and commitment among our approximately 10,000 employees located throughout North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
Job Description
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Lead Accounting Support – Accounts Payable professional to oversee and support the AP functions within our finance department. This role will ensure the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and reconciliations while providing guidance to the AP team. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of AP processes, and the ability to streamline workflows for greater efficiency.
As a lead, the person in this position provides complex accounting support with lead responsibility in an accounting department.
Dutys Include
- Oversee the full cycle of accounts payable, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and reconciliations.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices while verifying proper coding and approvals.
- Manage vendor relationships, addressing inquiries and resolving payment discrepancies.
- Process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers in accordance with company policies.
- Maintain accurate AP records and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to the AP team, ensuring efficiency and adherence to best practices.
- Assist in training and onboarding new team members.
- Act as the primary point of contact for escalated AP-related issues.
- Collaborate with procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure smooth payment processing.
- Prepare and analyze AP aging reports, ensuring timely payment of invoices.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes by reconciling accounts and preparing reports.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to AP transactions.
- Identify inefficiencies in the AP process and recommend improvements.
- Implement best practices for vendor management, invoice approvals, and payment processing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred but not required with equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 5 years in accounts payable.
- Strong understanding of AP processes, vendor management, and payment processing.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. SAP, NetSuite) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
