Accounts Payable Supervisor

Charter Manufacturing•Mequon, WI

50d

About The Position

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Accounts Payable Supervisor Position Overview We’re looking for a motivated and results-driven Accounts Payable leader to join our Finance team. In this role, you’ll partner closely with Finance stakeholders and Accounts Payable Specialists to ensure accurate transactions, strong financial controls, and timely reporting. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and optimizing our expense reporting system while driving efficiency and consistency across Shared Services processes. This is a great opportunity to lead a high-performing team and influence continuous improvement within a dynamic environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
3+ years of accounting or general business experience
1+ year of leadership or supervisory experience
Strong working knowledge of Accounts Payable systems and processes
Analytical mindset with the ability to independently evaluate and resolve AP-related issues
Experience in a Shared Services or high-volume transactional accounting environment
Customer-first approach with strong collaboration skills
Proven ability to lead and contribute in a team environment
Experience with ERP systems and data analysis/reporting
Ability to develop, interpret, and improve policies and procedures
Strong initiative and ability to work independently
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated focus on continuous improvement and process optimization
Excellent communication skills and exceptional attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
5+ years of related experience
Knowledge of general accounting practices and financial controls
Experience in business process improvement initiatives
Familiarity with automated AP systems (e.g., Newgen, OnBase, or similar tools)
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-changing business environment

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Accounts Payable professionals to drive performance and engagement
Provide direction and support on departmental strategic initiatives
Oversee monthly general ledger reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial data
Manage and maintain AP systems (including OnBase), providing training and support as needed
Identify process improvement opportunities and lead implementation efforts
Participate in or lead finance-related projects and cross-functional initiatives
Ensure timely and accurate 1099 reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements
Review AP transactions, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues proactively
Deliver daily and monthly reporting, insights, and performance metrics
Monitor team performance and manage workload allocation effectively
Support the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and documentation
Assist with internal and external audits
Provide technical guidance and problem-solving support to the AP team
Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and reporting
Ensure adherence to Environmental, Quality, and Safety standards