The Lead AP Specialist is part of the Merchandise Accounting organization. This position plays an active role in supporting vendor onboarding and backing up multiple other key Accounts Payable functions within the group. This position is designed for a high performing individual who has the desire to move up in the AP organization.
Responsibilities- Validate that the appropriate documentation is received for US vendor changes and verifying the validity of the changes with the vendor community
- Assist with the vendor maintenance process for US entities, which includes making changes per vendor request such as banking information, address changes and name changes
- Support the Single Use Account (SUA) payment method platform
- Support AutoZone stores with payment and vendor setup questions
- Backup for printing checks, compiling support documentation and final distribution
- Research positive pay exceptions to prevent fraudulent payments
- Stop payment tracking and validation
- Research returned checks and subsequent adjustments as needed
- Minimum of two years Accounts Payable experience
- Ability to handle large volumes
- Basic Accounts Payable skills and Intermediate excel skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet constant deadlines
- Ability to succeed in a team environment
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Competitive pay
- Unrivaled company culture
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
- 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
- AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
- Opportunities for career growth
- Paid time off
- Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
- Tuition reimbursement
Skills Required
- Minimum of two years Accounts Payable experience
- Ability to handle large volumes
- Basic Accounts Payable skills
- Intermediate Excel skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet constant deadlines
- Ability to succeed in a team environment
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
AutoZone Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AutoZone and has not been reviewed or approved by AutoZone.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is offered, with employer matching contributions made per pay period noted in company materials. This creates a structured long‑term savings path for eligible employees.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan enables buying company stock at a discounted price. This provides an additional wealth‑building avenue beyond base wages.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability, and EAP coverage are available as part of standard packages. These offerings establish a comprehensive baseline of health and protection benefits for eligible employees.
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What We Do
AutoZone is the nation's leading retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories with more than 7,000 stores in the US, Mexico, Brazil and Puerto Rico. Each store carries an extensive line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans and light trucks, including new and remanufactured hard parts, maintenance items and accessories. AutoZone, headquartered in Memphis, TN, is a growing Fortune 300 company with a deep commitment to serving our customers, communities and fellow AutoZoners. We have vast opportunities in our stores, distribution centers, field offices, specialty business units and Store Support Center and embrace diverse experiences, backgrounds, knowledge and ideas to strengthen our teams and business. Our team is connected by a deep commitment to our Pledge and Values, principles established more than thirty years ago that reinforce our priorities and team culture. In addition, we constantly innovate and aspire to best serve our customers, creating new and better tools, training and outreach to serve both DIY and the professional installer customers. From in-store tools to E-Commerce, training and development to recognition, our team has the tools to help you grow your career at AutoZone. See where your drive can take you!
