Accounts Payable Lead

Company Overview
The Buncher Company, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a recognized leader in all phases of real estate development, including site acquisitions, construction, lease, and property management. The Buncher Company provides innovative solutions to clients to adapt to the ever-changing real estate environment. Start-ups, established mid-sized firms, and Fortune 500 companies have all benefited from the value-added customer service with which we have become synonymous.

Position Summary
The Accounts Payable Lead is responsible for administering and coordinating The Buncher Company's accounts payable function, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and vendor records. As the senior accounts payable resource, this position serves as the primary subject matter expert for accounts payable processes, supports the Accounting Manager with process improvements and month-end activities, and provides day-to-day guidance and support to accounts payable staff to ensure continuity of operations.

• Administer Buncher's accounts payable function, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Review invoice coding, approvals, and supporting documentation for completeness and compliance with company policies.
• Process vendor invoices, expense reimbursements, electronic payments, and check runs.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries.
• Maintain vendor files, including W-9 documentation, banking information, payment terms, and contact information.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and recommend corrective action when necessary.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations, accruals, and reporting.
• Partner with the Accounting Manager to enhance accounts payable processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational efficiencies.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for accounts payable processes and provide technical guidance, training, and support to accounting staff, as needed.
• Coordinate accounts payable workflow and assist in establishing consistent procedures to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and continuity of operations.
• Cross-train with other accounting functions and provide backup support as needed.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience.
• Experience processing a high volume of invoices.
• Strong knowledge of AP best practices and internal controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics GP (or comparable ERP system).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, filtering, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to organize work, prioritize competing deadlines, and improve processes.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Experience in real estate, property management, or commercial leasing accounting is preferred.

When you work at The Buncher Company, you are encouraged to reach your full potential. We promote a supportive work environment where employees can continue to develop both personally and professionally.

Benefits
We offer a highly competitive wage and benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Match Contribution
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Buncher Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We provide a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. If you need any accommodations or support with your application for this job, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 412-491-0949.