Accounts Payable Supervisor

EMR Metal Recycling•Metairie, LA

4d•$85,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

EMR is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead its accounts payable team and ensure accurate, efficient financial operations. The role supervises and develops team members, oversees vendor payments and invoice resolution, maintains vendor records and compliance, and manages accounts payable activity using Microsoft Dynamics 365 or other financial systems. The supervisor coordinates closing and reporting activities, supports audits, collaborates with internal stakeholders, and identifies opportunities to improve controls, workflows, and department performance. Additional hours may be needed during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing periods.

Requirements

Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with employees, management, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Ability to identify process improvements and implement effective solutions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive financial information.
Flexibility to work additional hours as needed during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing periods.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Progressive accounts payable experience, including at least two years in a supervisory or leadership role (preferred).
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or a comparable ERP system.
Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, account reconciliations, internal controls, and applicable tax reporting requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial reporting.

Nice To Haves

At least two years in an accounts payable supervisory or leadership role.
Experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment.
Experience with electronic payment systems, ERP implementations, or process automation.

Responsibilities

Supervise, train, and develop accounts payable team members, including scheduling, workload distribution, performance evaluations, coaching, and cross-training.
Set departmental priorities, performance expectations, service-level standards, deadlines, and procedures.
Manage vendor payments, including checks, ACH transfers, wire transfers, and electronic payment methods.
Review and resolve invoice discrepancies, vendor inquiries, payment issues, and outstanding account balances.
Monitor accounts payable reports for discrepancies, duplicate payments, outstanding credits, and improvement opportunities.
Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure appropriate documentation, verification, and procedural compliance.
Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, tax reporting requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Oversee accounts payable functions in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and other financial systems.
Collaborate with IT and accounting teams on system improvements, automation, and process enhancements.
Coordinate month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.
Prepare and review accounts payable reports and performance metrics.
Partner with treasury, procurement, location management, and accounting teams to support financial operations and resolve issues.
Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and financial records.
Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, improve workflows, and enhance departmental performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.