ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SUPERVISOR II

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here, if you want to :

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Accounts Payable Supervisor II

The Accounts Payable Supervisor II performs all of the duties of a Supervisor I but is also responsible for coordinating and facilitating Leadership team tasks and process improvements assigned by the AP Manager.

The position will work closely with AP Analysts and the Finance Business Improvement Manager to develop, coordinate, implement and test new processes.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate activities and ensure workload is adequately covered
• Develop AP goals and KPIs for team and individual team members
• Monitor goals and KPIs to ensure continued progress
• Continually review processes, procedures and work habits to improve workflow
• Research and resolve complex Supplier issues and complaints
• Be involved with the escalation process and assist with communication outside of AP
• Review weekly AP reports and involve Leads in resolution of issues
• Monitor and resolve personnel issues in AP
• Encourage and develop team members is a positive manner through individual interaction and group meetings
• Review AP time cards daily and make adjustments, if necessary
• Monitor AP Leads' performance and write annual reviews
• Monitor attendance and issue corrective action, if necessary
• Review invoices against payment selection and resolve discrepancies
• Process daily payments, if assigned
• Prepare for Month End Closing :
• Review Monthly Aging Report
• Review Prepayments and apply payments accordingly
• Research invoices in Exception Report and adjust incorrect postings
• Process monthly Write Offs
• Coordinate AP activities and priorities with the AP Manager
• Drive to improve process and implement efficiency changes
• Coordinate implementation and testing activities between the AP Analysts, Finance Business Improvement Manager, IT and other internal departments involved in the specific activity
• Report and discuss developments with the AP Manager
• Be familiar with the Procure to Pay process and how it affects AP, Receiving and Procurement
• Continually review processes, procedures and work habits of the entire department to improve workflow
• Research and resolve complex Supplier issues with the leadership of other internal departments
• Initiate escalation when improvement process has stalled
• Work with the Accountants (Controller, GL Associate Mgr) to ensure proper usage of GL accounts
• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications :
• 4 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 4 Years - Experience in Position
• 2 Years - Experience managing people / projects
• experience may include a combination of work experience and education
• Preferred Qualifications :
• 6 Years- Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 6 Years - Experience working in Position
• 4 Years - Experience managing people / projects
• experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

• Must have thorough knowledge of accounts payable processing concepts and applications, including familiarity with the general ledger and financial chart of accounts
• Strong knowledge of and comfort with Oracle applications
• Strong problem solving, data analysis, multi-tasking, research, resolution and communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced computer program skills in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Proven ability to interact with team members and Suppliers in a professional manner, organize and set priorities, work effectively under pressure and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to train others, promote teamwork, exhibit leadership and creativity and have a strong work ethic
• Established ability to be proactive and make decisions focused on team building and managing conflicts
• Proven track record of integrity and trust; motivated to achieve goals

This position embodies the values of Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success :

• Lead Like an Owner
• Identifies safety issues and takes prompt corrective action
• Coaches / corrects unsafe team behavior
• Effectively prioritizes quality, productivity, and cost
• Encourages honest feedback from direct reports, peers, and up-line manager
• Uses customer feedback to improve service levels and internal / external customer relationships
• InnovACT
• Understands the concepts of process consistency and waste minimization
• Modifies goals based on changing business needs
• Promotes sharing of opposing viewpoints
• Find a Way
• Anticipates problems and opportunities within functional area, and recommends proactive solutions
• Uses technical knowledge to coach team performance and educate others
• Leverages technical know-how to solve challenging problems
• Encourages and models teamwork to demonstrate behavioral expectations for Team Members
• Builds relationships up, down, and across effectively
• Empowered to be Great
• Provides effective coaching and feedback to improve individual and team performance
• Provides positive recognition for Team Member results
• Assigns responsibilities to maximize team strengths
• Resolves team conflicts with a calm demeanor and skill
• Effectively communicates team and individual expectations and follows up appropriately

Education

• Minimum Required :
• Associate's Degree in Accounting, Business Management or other related fields or equivalent experience
• Preferred :
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Management

Certification / License :

• Required : N / A
• Preferred : N / A

Foreign Language

• Required : None Required
• Preferred : Native or Bilingual Proficiency
• Bilingual Proficiency

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type : Salary

$78,619.75 - $113,998.64 / Yearly

Benefits

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