Freedom Boat Club – Accounts Payable Lead

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Position Overview:  

As part of the talented Freedom Boat Club Accounting Team, you will be leading our Accounts Payable team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in operations, processing and monitoring outgoing payments, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors. This role demands leadership, analytical insight, and a proactive approach to process improvement. You will be managing AP Specialists and will be responsible for a high volume of transactions on a consistent basis. 

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.    

Essential Functions:  

• Lead, develop, and motivate a team of AP Specialists, fostering a culture that drives operational efficiency and accuracy in expense and payment processing.  
• Monitor, analyze, and report weekly on AP activity, summarize key insights to identify trends  
• Drive process improvement by recommending and implementing solutions that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in payment workflows.
• Identify opportunities to automate or redesign processes to support broader Freedom Accounting initiatives, leveraging technology when possible  
• Assist with completing the Accounts Payable tasks, including but not limited to:   
  •  Maintaining accurate financial records in Oracle, ensuring timely updates and oversight of all AP transactions  
  • Managing high volume transactions and requests daily
  • Overseeing vendor and banking communications, resolving payment discrepancies, and maintaining strong professional relationships.
  • Managing the AP approval workflow, enforcing proper controls to safeguard company assets.
• Support month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate expense reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
• Enforce and implement internal controls to protect company assets and maintain audit compliance.
• Develop and mentor staff, providing ongoing training, performance reviews, and career development opportunities to foster team success.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.   

Required Qualifications:   

• Minimum of three years of hands-on experience in Accounts Payable, with a strong understanding of payment processes and financial controls.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to guide, mentor, and support a team effectively.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel for financial analysis and reporting.

• Experience working with Oracle ERP or similar accounting software, demonstrating the ability to manage high-volume transactions efficiently. Must be highly organized, analytical, detail oriented, and a self-starter  

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, and multi-tasking skills  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed with ability to meet established deadlines  
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment 
• Must have a team player attitude  
• Strong customer service orientation  
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Working Conditions:  

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer   

The anticipated pay range for this position is $61,400 to $104,300, annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.   

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.  

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.  

Why Brunswick:  

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!  

About Freedom Boat Club:   

Freedom Boat Club – the world’s largest members-only boat club – was founded in 1989 in Sarasota, Florida. Today, the Clubs 400+ locations welcome hundreds of members to its docks each day to enjoy a day on the water while we take care of the rest including fueling, cleaning, maintenance, and more.    

With over 30 years of Boating Made Simple®, Freedom Boat Club (a division of Brunswick Corporation) continues to be a passionate group of individuals who focus on raising the bar in everything that we do.  We are always looking for hardworking, motivated and competitive people who share our passion for getting others out on the open waters.    

To learn more about open positions within the Freedom Boat Club, please visit the Brunswick Corporation Careers page.   

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We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.  If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] for support. 

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