Accounts Payable Supervisor

COWLITZ INDIAN TRIBE•Longview, WA

1d•$34 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Accounts Payable Manager, the Accounts Payable Supervisor oversees the accounts payable function, including disbursement checks, electronic payment requests, and accounts payable and purchasing reports, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. The role supervises staff involved in payable transactions and represents the mission, vision, and values of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and its accounting department. The position is based in Longview, Washington. It is hourly, full-time, and pays $34.35–$41.25 per hour. The posting is open until filled, with a first review date of 10/28/26. Tribal preference applies in accordance with Cowlitz Indian Tribe code and employee policies. The role may require evening or weekend work and travel for training, meetings, conferences, presentations, and other events.

Requirements

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
Three years of accounting experience.
Valid driver's license when driving vehicles for work-related purposes.
Successfully pass the required background screening or investigation, including a pre-employment drug screen, reference checks, education and employment verification, and federal, state, and/or tribal criminal history and sanction checks, including fingerprint verification.
Knowledge of traditional forms of government and tribal customs and traditions.
Knowledge of GAAP and applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
Knowledge of financial control systems and methodology, and laws, rules, and regulations applicable to fiscal operations.
Skill in using word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and accounting software programs in a Windows environment.
Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals from varying cultural and social backgrounds.
Ability to analyze, compare, and interpret facts and figures; analyze financial information and draw logical conclusions.
Ability to read, comprehend, explain, and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines and exercise independent judgment.
Adhere to CIT safety policies regarding vaccine requirements and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
One to two years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise, direct, monitor, and plan the work activities of accounts payable staff.
Improve staff effectiveness through training, mentoring, coaching, counseling, rewarding, and discipline.
Assist with interviewing, hiring, and terminating staff as required.
Oversee printing of accounts payable checks; enter or process expenses accurately and on time; and oversee credit card payments.
Complete credit applications and credit memos as needed.
Conduct month-end and year-end closings and process vendor 1099s.
Maintain an accurate vendor database and update employee changes as needed.
Process tribal member payments and expenses for CIT enterprises and make accurate, timely bank deposits.
Process debit and credit card machine transactions, checks, and allowances taxes for enterprise outlets; calculate and process interdepartmental billings.
Resolve problems related to accounts payable activities as they interface with the general ledger, and review and resolve fraudulent activities.
Maintain, correct, and improve internal controls to safeguard company assets and protect the integrity of the accounting system.
Ensure company expenditures are authorized, correctly classified, and compliant with policy.
Follow up on vendor calls regarding invoice and payment disputes and recommend resolutions to difficult issues.
Prepare and present reports on the status, activities, and plans of current and future operations.
Contribute to team efforts and perform related results as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.