Accounts Payable Lead

Cleanslate is actively recruiting an Accounts Payable Lead to join our team in Linden, NJ! Cleanslate is a leading provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions to the institutional, commercial, and retail markets since 2004. Our focuses include manufacturing and distribution of products as well as service and training for our customers. We strive to exceed our objectives of helping to drive greater customer satisfaction.

• Weekly pay
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing and service environment. This role is responsible for processing invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments accurately and efficiently, while maintaining compliance with company policies and fostering strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with accounts payable software and thrive in a collaborative, solutions-focused setting.

• Review, verify, and process high-volume vendor invoices and credit memos, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and approval compliance
• Reconcile daily bank transactions and support month-end close processes
• Perform vendor account reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely payments
• Perform 3-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices for materials and services tied to manufacturing and service projects
• Enter and maintain invoice data within ERP and accounts payable systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, JD Edwards)
• Prepare and process payments via check runs, ACH, and wire transfers in alignment with vendor payment terms
• Reconcile vendor statements and proactively resolve discrepancies to maintain up-to-date accounts
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances to prevent overdue payments
• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries professionally and promptly, fostering positive working relationships
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and plant teams to resolve invoice or purchase order issues
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals and reporting of accounts payable data
• Provide necessary documentation and support for internal and external audits
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance within accounts payable operations

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience, ideally within manufacturing or chemical industry
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies independently
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with vendors and internal teams

• Monday through Friday
• 9AM-5PM In office