Accounts Payable Lead - Process Improvement & Controls

Binks US LLC; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Binks US LLC in Shoreview, MN seeks an Accounts Payable Supervisor to oversee the AP function, ensure timely invoice processing, and support month-end close. The role emphasizes Esker automation, Concur and Citibank card programs, and cross-functional process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of AP experience with supervisory exposure, strong Excel and ERP skills, and excellent organizational and communicational abilities for a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of accounts payable or accounting experience, with supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, internal controls, and financial close procedures.
• Experience with invoice automation systems such as Esker and expense management systems such as Concur preferred.
• Experience working with ERP systems and strong Excel skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Manage the Esker invoice automation system, including vendor master maintenance, workflow approvals, routing updates, and dashboard monitoring.
• Coordinate with approvers to resolve invoice processing issues and maintain efficient approval workflows.
• Serve as backup for payment runs and assist with managing invoice backlogs during peak processing periods.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations for Accounts Payable, Received Not Invoiced (RNI), Advance Payments, Intercompany/Inter-Co, and Concur/Citibank accounts.
• Record journal entries related to monthly AP accruals and Concur travel and expense activity.
• Administer the Concur and Citibank credit card programs, including issuing company credit cards and maintaining approval workflows.
• Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and proper coding.
• Monitor and enforce timely submission of employee expense reports.
• Administer and maintain proper freight reporting and processing.
• Develop, document, and improve processes related to RNI, Advance Payments, Intercompany, and Inter-Co transactions.
• Implement and maintain controls to ensure RNI, Advance Payments, Intercompany, and Inter-Co balances are reconciled regularly.
• Support automation and system improvements, including integrating Concur functionality with the company ERP system.
• Prepare and submit annual 1099 filings and assist with year-end audit requests.
• Drive continuous improvement in accounts payable processes and systems.

Skills

Accounts payable knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Esker

Concur

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Binks US LLC in Shoreview, MN seeks an Accounts Payable Supervisor to oversee the AP function, ensure timely invoice processing, and support month-end close. The role emphasizes Esker automation, Concur and Citibank card programs, and cross-functional process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of AP experience with supervisory exposure, strong Excel and ERP skills, and excellent organizational and communicational abilities for a fast-paced environment.