Accounts Payable Lead

RENSA FILTRATION INC; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rensa Distribution is seeking an Accounts Payable Lead in Naperville, IL to manage the full AP cycle within NetSuite across multiple entities. You will handle vendor relations, ensure accurate month-end close, and drive process improvements to strengthen internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of AP experience, hands-on NetSuite AP skills, and strong Excel capabilities to support reporting and data exports. A BA in accounting/finance is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounts payable experience
• Proficiency with NetSuite AP module including vendor bill entry, approval workflows and reconciliation
• Strong understanding of AP best practices and GAAP
• Experience with ERP reporting and data exports

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle accounts payable in NetSuite
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve payment disputes
• Ensure month-end AP close including accruals and GL reconciliations
• Review and approve invoices and expense reports per thresholds
• Maintain AP aging reports and provide management reporting
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and controls
• Coordinate with procurement, treasury, and accounting teams on AP matters
• Leverage NetSuite saved searches, dashboards, and workflows for AP visibility

Skills

Accounts payable management

Communication

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

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Accounts Payable Lead

Professional Level 3 Naperville, IL, US

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Accounts Payable Lead

The Accounts Payable Lead will be responsible for managing the full accounts payable cycle within a dynamic, multi-entity distribution environment. This role will serve as the functional owner of AP operations within NetSuite, Rensa Distribution’s ERP platform, requiring hands-on proficiency with NetSuite’s AP module — including vendor bill entry, approval workflows, payment processing, and reconciliation. The ideal candidate will be comfortable navigating NetSuite’s multi-subsidiary framework, understanding intercompany transaction flows, and working within saved searches and reporting dashboards to monitor AP performance. As Rensa continues to scale, this role will be instrumental in standardizing AP processes across entities and ensuring the integrity of vendor master data within the system.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing, coding, and payment runs within NetSuite
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve escalated payment disputes
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end AP close, including accruals and GL reconciliations
• Review and approve invoices and expense reports in accordance with approval thresholds
• Maintain AP aging reports and provide management reporting on outstanding liabilities
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and internal controls
• Coordinate with procurement, treasury, and accounting teams on cross-functional AP matters
• Leverage NetSuite saved searches, dashboards, and workflows to drive AP visibility and accountability
• Monitor work quality, adherence to procedures, addressing routine issues, and escalating immediate needs to the AP Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

Experience

• 5+ years of accounts payable experience
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with NetSuite — strongly preferred
• Background in distribution, manufacturing, or multi-entity environments a plus
• Strong understanding of AP best practices, internal controls, and GAAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; comfort with ERP reporting and data exports
• Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Effective communicator across finance, operations, and vendor-facing interactions
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines with minimal oversight

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Accounts payable is the financial backbone of vendor relationships and cash flow management. As Rensa grows, the need for a structured, accountable, and process-driven AP function becomes critical. This role isn’t just about processing invoices — it’s about building trust with vendors, maintaining the financial controls that protect the business, and serving as a key partner to the Controller and broader finance team. The Accounts Payable Lead will help shape how AP operates at Rensa Distribution, with direct influence over systems, processes, and the team members who execute them day to day.