Marmon Foodservice Technologies · 2 hours ago
Lead Accounts Payable Specialist
East Granby, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelMarmon Foodservice Technologies is a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings, backed by Berkshire Hathaway. The Lead Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for overseeing daily Accounts Payable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments, while providing leadership to the A/P team.
CommercialFood and BeverageMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Oversee daily A/P operations including invoice verification, GL coding, three-way matching, and payment processing (checks, ACH, wires)
Monitor A/P mailboxes to ensure timely invoice processing, follow-up, and issue resolution
Serve as the primary point of contact for resolving complex discrepancies with vendors or internal teams, ensuring timely invoice approval and payment
Manage the aging of Accounts Payable and unvouchered receipts/returns, ensuring timely resolution and proper vendor statement reconciliation
Process urgent payments, including manual checks, ACH debits, or wire transfers when required
Lead and mentor Accounts Payable Specialists, ensuring proper workload distribution, training, and daily operational support
Promote teamwork, accountability, and customer service excellence across the A/P function
Ensure adherence to Marmon company policies, Standard Practice Instructions (SPIs), and all tax requirements, including 1099 reporting and sales/use tax compliance
Maintain documented A/P best practices and recommend continuous improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and standardization across all Marmon IEI sites
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, providing responses, and identifying improvement opportunities based on audit findings
Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, including accrual preparation, reconciliations, and review of A/P balances
Ensure accuracy of A/P data to support timely financial reporting
Qualification
Required
Must pass a background check
Professional behavior reflects integrity, ethical standards, and adherence to company procedures
Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate team members
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with internal departments, customers, and vendors
Proactive, organized, resourceful, and customer-service–oriented mindset
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and general computer systems
Strong data entry accuracy and typing skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under deadlines or high-pressure situations
Consistent attendance, punctuality, and reliability
Ability to build trust and work collaboratively across all levels of the organization
Willingness and aptitude to be cross-trained and contribute to related accounting processes
Company
Marmon Foodservice Technologies
Marmon Foodservice Technologies manufactures and supplies commercial food and beverage equipment.
Founded in 1953
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kristin Johnson
Human Resources Business Partner
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