Accounts Payable Supervisor

SUMMARY:
Are you a skilled Accounts Payable professional looking for a leadership role in a dynamic environment?

POSITION INFO:
My client is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to join their team and oversee all aspects of their accounts payable operations.

As the Accounts Payable Supervisor, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth functioning of our financial processes, from invoice receipt to payment reconciliation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable Operations: You will lead and control all accounts payable workflows, ensuring timely receipt, approval, payment, and reconciliation of invoices. Weekly and monthly reviews will be conducted to maintain high standards, address non-compliance, and uphold SOP requirements.
• Training and Support: Support the AP team by organizing and leading training workshops for internal customers and AP staff. Additionally, you will assist in resolving issues and ensuring compliance through meetings with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Auditing and Reporting: Coordinate with internal and external auditors by collecting, reviewing, and presenting supporting documentation within prescribed timelines. Initiate meetings and provide reports on accounts payable issues and resolutions.
• Backup Bank B Releaser: Act as a backup bank B releaser by verifying, authorizing, and releasing payments on the business banking platform.
• Project Management: Assist the AP Manager in overseeing various projects and ad hoc initiatives from inception to completion. Develop, implement, and maintain systems, procedures, and policies to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Staff Management: Recruit, train, and evaluate AP staff to enhance performance, adherence to KPIs and SOPs, and overall productivity. Address performance issues and foster a positive working environment conducive to learning and development.
• Financial Management: Prepare operational and ad hoc reports as required. Conduct monthly ledger reconciliations with detailed commentary and guidance to resolve differences between sub-ledger accounts.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Prior experience in accounts payable operations and supervision.
• Must have worked in a Shared Services Environment.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements.