Sr Accounts Payable Supervisor

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable leader to oversee daily payment operations and guide a high-performing team. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate, timely disbursements across a complex transportation and logistics environment while strengthening controls, service levels, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate brings strong supervisory experience, sound knowledge of payables best practices, and a proactive approach to process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and support a team of Accounts Payable professionals, setting clear expectations and encouraging ongoing growth and accountability.

• Direct the flow of daily AP activities by assigning work effectively and ensuring invoices and vendor payments are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Manage full-cycle payable operations for transportation and logistics-related expenses, including trucking, rail, barge, vessel, and other freight services.

• Review and authorize payment runs across multiple methods, such as ACH, wires, checks, and other electronic transactions, while coordinating timing with Treasury.

• Analyze aging and outstanding items, investigate payment discrepancies, and drive timely resolution of vendor issues and escalations.

• Maintain strong internal controls by reviewing vendor file updates, monitoring payment changes, and supporting compliance with company policies and financial requirements.

• Partner with audit teams by preparing documentation, explaining processes, and helping address internal and external review requests.

• Work closely with Operations, Procurement, Accounting, Treasury, and Shared Services to resolve complex invoice questions and improve service delivery.

• Contribute to month-end activities by assisting with accruals, reconciliations, and reporting needs tied to Accounts Payable operations.

• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline workflows through standardization, automation, procedure development, and support for AP system enhancements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred.
• At least 3 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, including responsibility for high-volume transaction processing.
• Prior experience leading or supervising AP staff with a demonstrated ability to manage performance and daily operations.
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable controls, payment processing practices, and vendor master maintenance.
• Experience working in a multi-site or multi-location business environment with complex payment requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP platforms, with familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar systems considered an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, along with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Background in transportation, logistics, manufacturing, industrial services, or other operationally complex industries is preferred.

Compensation

$80,000.00-$110,000.00 Yearly

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