Accounts Payable Team Lead

Why FUCHS? Because Your Success Moves Us.

At FUCHS, we believe in empowering people to grow, innovate, and thrive. Our culture is built on trust, respect, integrity, and creativity, and we back it up with real opportunities for development, a strong work/life balance, and the freedom to make an impact. When you join FUCHS, you’re not just taking a job, you’re launching a career.

Salary:

FUCHS offers competitive pay commensurate with experience in a similar position. The range for this position is $28.00 - $31.00 per hour, but actual compensation will vary depending upon a new hire’s experience and qualifications as well as internal equity.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

At FUCHS, operational excellence begins with empowered leadership. We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Team Lead for the Accounts Payable team to oversee our vendor payment processes, ensure accuracy across financial systems, and guide a high-performing AP team. If you’re collaborative with a passion for continuous improvement and financial integrity, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the Accounts Payable team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Oversee daily AP operations, including invoice processing (PO and non-PO match), vendor account reconciliation, and issue resolution.
• Ensure timely and accurate responses to vendor inquiries, maintaining professionalism and service excellence.
• Manage escalations related to purchase orders, invoices, and payments, coordinating cross-functionally with Procurement and Finance.
• Review and approve vendor setups and updates to master data, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Monitor AP metrics and KPIs, identifying opportunities for process optimization and automation.
• Collaborate with Finance leadership on month-end close activities and reporting requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison for internal audits and compliance reviews related to AP processes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 1 year in a senior or lead role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP and Esker systems is a plus.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

What You’ll Get:

• A leadership role in a dynamic, supportive team environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package: https://fuchs.com/us/en/benefits
• Career growth in a global company that values innovation, initiative, and leadership.

Ready to move your world with us?
Apply today and become part of a company that’s shaping the future of lubrication technology, one batch at a time.

FUCHS Lubricants Co. is an equal employment opportunity (EEO)/AA employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace (m/f/d/v).

Do you have any questions? Rosalinda Almanza (rosalinda.almanza@fuchs.com) will be more than happy to answer them!