Financial Supervisor - Accounts Payable

Accounts Payable Administration

• Supervise the daily operations of the accounts payable team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in invoice & expense processing, payments, reconciliations, vendor management, and AMEX card program management.
• Maintain and reconcile the accounts payable Supervise the daily operations of the accounts payable team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in invoice & expense processing, payments, reconciliations, vendor management, and AMEX card program management.
• Maintain and reconcile the accounts payable ledger, validating charges to ensure accurate financial records.
• Prepare and review accounting reports to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost-saving measures.
• Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain compliance with GAAP standards and company accounting policies.
• Work with the Accounts Payable team to investigate and resolve discrepancies in billing and payment processes, including vendor inquiries and payment issues.
• Provide training and guidance to accounts payable staff, promoting knowledge development and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing "quick hits" on demand trainings for employees.
• Assist in staffing decisions, evaluate employee performance, and recommend pay adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate with management to contribute to process improvements and procedural updates within the accounts payable function.
• Take appropriate actions to resolve issues and process timely payments.
• Provide documentation as requested for Internal Audit, and various Departments.
• Analyze trends in expenses, invoices, exception reports, and travel to provide meaningful insights to various departments & help drive change.
• Perform regular and ad hoc account analysis, financial analysis, financial analysis, reports, and forecasts requested.
• Prepare and review accounting reports to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost-saving measures.
• Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain compliance with GAAP standards and company accounting policies.
• Work with the Accounts Payable team to investigate and resolve discrepancies in billing and payment processes, including vendor inquiries and payment issues.
• Provide training and guidance to accounts payable staff, promoting knowledge development and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing "quick hits" on demand trainings for employees.
• Assist in staffing decisions, evaluate employee performance, and recommend pay adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate with management to contribute to process improvements and procedural updates within the accounts payable function.
• Take appropriate actions to resolve issues and process timely payments.
• Provide documentation as requested for Internal Audit, and various Departments.
• Analyze trends in expenses, invoices, exception reports, and travel to provide meaningful insights to various departments & help drive change.
• Perform regular and ad hoc account analysis, financial analysis, financial analysis, reports, and forecasts requested.
• Demonstrate commitment to Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and apply knowledge of compliance policies and procedures, standards and laws applicable to job responsibilities in the performance of work.
• Bachelor's and / or Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5 or more years' experience related experience working in Accounts Payable, accounting, or as a Financial Analyst, with experience as an individual contributor.
• Must have supervisory skills with the ability to create a professional and constructive environment that fosters a team oriented and customer service approach to day-to-day operations.
• Must have project management skills with a high degree of technical skill involving accounting systems, and project analysis.
• Must have analytical skills with the ability to produce detailed verbal and written financial reports / statements.
• Familiarity with Accounting Software packages is a plus.
• Previous supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, payment posting, and reconciliation
• Proficient in accounts payable automation software and other relevant financial systems.
• Experience with Concur systems preferred.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and their application to accounts payable functions.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, invoice management, and financial reporting.
• Effective supervisory and leadership skills, with the ability to train and develop staff.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for interacting with team members, management, and vendors.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, transactional environment.