Accounts Payable Supervisor / Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor / Manager to lead and optimize our accounts payable operations in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. This role involves managing a dedicated team, overseeing payment processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies while driving efficiency and accuracy. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about fostering team growth and implementing process improvements.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, payments, and vendor management.
• Supervise and guide a team of six accounts payable specialists, ensuring task assignments and focused development are effectively managed.
• Ensure timely and precise processing of invoices and payments in alignment with company policies and controls.
• Manage weekly payment runs, including ACH transfers, wire payments, and checks, while ensuring proper authorization and documentation.
• Handle vendor inquiries, maintain strong relationships, and resolve payment-related issues promptly.
• Develop, refine, and enforce accounts payable policies, procedures, and internal controls to support compliance and operational efficiency.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations, accruals, and generating reports.
• Provide necessary documentation and responses during internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, and other departments to ensure alignment on vendor management and payment terms.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance accounts payable operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• At least five years of experience in accounts payable, with a minimum of two years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Proven experience in managing accounts payable in multi-entity or multi-location organizations.
• Familiarity with systems such as SAP or AS400 is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable principles, best practices, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounts payable automation tools.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across departments.