Accounts Payable Supervisor

PHOTRONICS INC•Brookfield, CT

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for leading and optimizing the company’s accounts payable function within a fast-paced global manufacturing environment. This role oversees the timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, vendor support, ERP transaction management, and cross-functional collaboration, while adding supervisory leadership, process governance, escalation management, and process optimization reviews. The position serves as both a hands-on operational player and a process improvement partner to Finance, Procurement, and operational stakeholders. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting knowledge with leadership capability, operational discipline, and a continuous improvement mindset. This role is expected to drive efficiency, strengthen internal controls, support audit readiness, and provide high-quality service to internal and external business partners.

Requirements

Strong understanding of accounts payable operations, accounting principles, and internal control environments within a publicly traded or multinational organization.
Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to supervise, coach, and develop employees in a collaborative environment.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems/ERP platforms.
Experience working within integrated ERP system (i.e. Oracle) or similar enterprise platforms preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively across all organizational levels and global business functions.
Experience supporting audit activities and maintaining compliance with SOX or similar control frameworks preferred.
Continuous improvement mindset with demonstrated success improving AP workflows, controls, and operational efficiency.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive financial information
Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounts payable or accounting experience in a manufacturing, technology, or publicly traded company environment.
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience, preferred.
Experience supporting global operations and multi-entity environments, preferred.
Experience working in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or other high-volume operational environments is a plus.
Prior exposure to ERP implementations, automation initiatives, or finance transformation projects preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within integrated ERP system (i.e. Oracle) or similar enterprise platforms preferred.
Experience supporting audit activities and maintaining compliance with SOX or similar control frameworks preferred.
Experience supporting global operations and multi-entity environments, preferred.
Experience working in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or other high-volume operational environments is a plus.
Prior exposure to ERP implementations, automation initiatives, or finance transformation projects preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Support AP Manager and Senior Accountants in the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable function, including workflow management, invoice processing, payment execution, and vendor administration, travel expense forms.
Ensure timely and accurate processing of queued and recurring invoices, expense reports, wire transfers, ACH payments, and check runs.
Review and approve invoice coding, payment batches, and exception handling to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
Maintain strong internal financial controls and support compliance with SOX and audit requirements.
Partner with Procurement, Receiving, Treasury, and site Finance teams to resolve invoice discrepancies, purchase order mismatches, and vendor disputes.
Monitor AP aging, accruals, payment terms, and vendor balances to optimize cash flow management and minimize financial risk.
Manage month-end and year-end close activities related to accounts payable, including reconciliations, accrual support, and reporting.
Support annual 1099 preparation and other regulatory or tax reporting requirements.
Develop and maintain AP metrics and reporting, including cycle time, processing accuracy, discount capture, and outstanding liabilities.
Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements to improve efficiency and scalability.
Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external audits related to accounts payable processes and controls.
Assist in ERP optimization efforts, testing activities, and implementation of finance system upgrades or enhancements.
Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships while ensuring a high level of responsiveness and professionalism.
Support special projects and broader Finance initiatives as assigned.