Accounts Payable (AP) Supervisor

Element TV Company LP•Winnsboro, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

PRIMARY FUNCTION The Primary function of this Accounts Payable (AP) Supervisor position will be to oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting accuracy of financial records. This is an on-site position at our facility in Winnsboro, SC. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions (i.e., key responsibilities with expected end results) which must be accomplished to fulfill the purpose of AP Supervisor position are described below. Maintain accounting files and records Oversee vendor onboarding compliance (W-9 collection, payment terms, banking verification) Supervise AP staff; provide ongoing training, performance feedback, and workload prioritization Develop, implement, and enforce AP policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance Identify opportunities to automate or streamline AP processes, leveraging system functionality (NetSuite, Tipalti, Ramp, Expensify etc.) Daily operational accounting transaction management and review Create reports regarding the status of accounts and actively monitor Research and resolve issues including aged open bills, payment voids, bill credits & disputes Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors; lead resolution of escalated issues Maintain controls to prevent duplicate payments, fraud, and unauthorized transactions Assist in month-end GL close process and prepare AP GL account reconciliations Responsibility for annual Form 1099 preparation and filing Coordination & communication with other departments Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred, not required.
At least five years of experience in Accounts Payable, including supervisory responsibilities preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills especially regarding email and supporting documentation
Attention to detail, thoroughness, and follow through
Knowledge of general financial accounting and compliance
Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles
Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
Sense of urgency and ability to manage priorities in deadline-oriented environment
Team player with strong work ethic
Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers/vendors and business partners
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Proficiency in MS Excel (Setting up a workbook, sorting, subtotaling, pivot tables, formulas, etc)
Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

Maintain accounting files and records
Oversee vendor onboarding compliance (W-9 collection, payment terms, banking verification)
Supervise AP staff; provide ongoing training, performance feedback, and workload prioritization
Develop, implement, and enforce AP policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
Identify opportunities to automate or streamline AP processes, leveraging system functionality (NetSuite, Tipalti, Ramp, Expensify etc.)
Daily operational accounting transaction management and review
Create reports regarding the status of accounts and actively monitor
Research and resolve issues including aged open bills, payment voids, bill credits & disputes
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors; lead resolution of escalated issues
Maintain controls to prevent duplicate payments, fraud, and unauthorized transactions
Assist in month-end GL close process and prepare AP GL account reconciliations
Responsibility for annual Form 1099 preparation and filing
Coordination & communication with other departments
Perform other related duties as assigned