Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Lead

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Department:     Accounting

Shift:                    Monday - Friday

Posting Date:     November 21, 2025

Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of our organization, we rely heavily on individuals with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success. We are committed to attracting and retaining top talent who are passionate about making a meaningful impact.

We’re seeking a candidate with a strong foundation in accounting controls and compliance—someone ready to grow personally and professionally while helping elevate their team and the company. The ideal candidate is passionate about driving continuous improvement. They possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to motivate others.

This role is perfect for someone eager to grow with Carefree and who thrives on making processes better. Success will come from building up your team, automating current manual processes, and using external best practices and KPIs to help us improve with the end goal of making the department and company better while enabling growth in your career.

Position Summary

The AP/AR Lead serves as the primary resource for both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, providing technical guidance, process oversight, and interdepartmental support. This role acts as a liaison between the Accounting and Selling/Customer Service departments and ensures accurate and timely financial processing aligned with organizational standards. 

• Manage a team of AR/AP clerks, providing training and ensuring accurate financial transaction recording.
• Ensure all processes align with organizational policies and external regulations, such as GAAP.
• Manage monthly accruals and certain account reconciliations.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, improve cash flow, and optimize AR/AP strategies.
• Handle escalated issues, including vendor disputes and late client payments.
• Embrace new technologies to improve efficiency.
• Liaise with internal auditors and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure compliance with SOX narratives and control documentation for AP, AR, and asset-related categories.

• Review and verify AP invoices submitted by AP clerks if needed.
• Respond to daily inquiries from AP clerks and provide technical support.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist the Accounting and Finance team with monthly and annual reporting.
• Provide backup support for AP processing during peak periods or absences.

• Address daily questions from AR clerks and offer technical assistance.
• Collaborate with clerks to improve AR workflows.
• Serve as AR backup during overflow or staff absences.
• Act as the primary liaison between Accounting and Selling/Customer Service departments.
• Ensure reconciliation meets month-end timelines and report delinquent accounts monthly.
• Proactively manage and follow up on overdue accounts with your staff.
• Assist your staff to liaise with debtors and business unit heads to agree on retrieval approaches.
• Report on accounts in 60 and 90 days and escalate issues.
• Recommend actions to resolve discrepancies and investigate questionable data.

• Provide support to all team members, including training, coaching, and development opportunities.
• Oversee AP and AR functions, ensuring timely task completion.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
• Resolve operational issues and queries before escalating.
• Support leadership with team engagement initiatives.
• Lead and develop AP and AR clerks.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, AP/AR processes, and general ledger functions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel; experience with accounting software systems is preferred.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills across departments.
• Capable of independent work and collaboration within a team environment.
• Initiative and problem-solving.
• Responsiveness and adaptability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred; formal accounting training required.
• Lead 1 to 2 employees and/or minimum of 3 years of experience in AP, AR, and general ledger functions preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Office-based role with extended periods of sitting and computer use. Occasional physical activity including reaching, bending, and lifting up to 20 pounds.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary for this position is anticipated to be between $2,500.00 and $2,692.31 biweekly.

Benefits for this position include medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, 401(k) with company match, life insurance (employer paid & voluntary coverage), paid time off (CO sick leave, CO FAMLI, vacation & holidays), Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Apply

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in becoming a part of our team, please complete our application by clicking the Apply button at the top of this posting.

Application Deadline: 01/06/2026

Pay Range:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.