Accounts Payable Supervisor

Clopay • Mason, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The AP Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable department, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and timely, vendor inquiries are resolved efficiently, and departmental workflows operate effectively. This role provides leadership and support to the AP team while promoting accountability, cross-training, process improvement, and strong internal controls. The AP Supervisor serves as the primary coordinator of AP activities and works closely with management to ensure departmental goals are achieved.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including coaching, cross-training, process improvement, or coordinating the work of others.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory or team lead experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Accounts Payable operations and workflow.
• Monitor invoice processing to ensure timely and accurate payments.
• Manage workload distribution and department priorities.
• Ensure vendor inquiries and payment issues are resolved promptly.
• Oversee vendor maintenance activities and related controls.
• Monitor aging items, payment deadlines, and processing backlogs.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Provide day-to-day direction and support to AP staff.
• Promote accountability, communication, and teamwork.
• Assist with workload balancing and resource planning.
• Encourage knowledge sharing and cross-training throughout the department.
• Address operational issues and escalate concerns as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Partner with management on process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and support standard operating procedures and process documentation.
• Monitor departmental performance and key metrics.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for vendor-related issues.
• Coordinate resolution of complex invoice and payment concerns.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Assist with audits and compliance reviews.
• Support reporting requests and department projects.
• Participate in system and process enhancement initiatives.

Benefits

• We provide the stability of a large organization with the tight-knit, collaborative feel of a specialized craft team.
• We offer the stability of a market leader and a place where you can truly grow a lifelong career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed