SUMMARY:

The Accounts Payable Supervisor reports to the Senior Manager, Accounts Payable. This person is responsible for overseeing and organizing one of the Accounts Payable Teams while maintaining accuracy and timeliness within the Accounts Payable Department. This position also partners with all departments and locations to meet their payable needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare and evaluate accounting reports to identify trends, inefficiencies and opportunity for cost savings.

• Coordinate work with staff to be sure input is completed on a timely basis each day.

• Assists the other AP Supervisors to review monthly expenses and establish controls to be sure all expenses are recorded monthly.

• Review all items over 90 days old to determine reason for delay in payment.

• Review Aged Open Item Schedule for accuracy.

• Assist with organizing the Accounts Payable department in order to maintain accuracy and timeliness.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in billing and payments.

• Cover direct reports duties as needed.

• Understanding of internal control concepts and processes to mitigate risks.

• Attend all company required meetings.

• Additional responsibilities as requested or required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to lead and motivate a team of accounts payable specialists.

• Balance account detail to General Ledger and reconcile discrepancies.

• Verify data for completeness and accuracy.

• Handle Financial transactions with integrity and confidentiality.

• Resolve any interdepartmental issues promptly.

• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is essential.

• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree and 3 years of leadership experience