Accounts Payable Supervisor

DELTA INDUSTRIES, INC.•Ridgeland, MS

About The Position

Delta Industries, Inc. is a trusted regional construction materials supplier. Established in 1945, Delta Industries aims to provide a solid foundation for economic prosperity and quality of life through construction materials solutions. We need an Accounts Payable Supervisor to join our accounting team as a senior, hands-on accounting professional responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant processing of vendor invoices and payments while maintaining strong internal controls and supporting month-end close activities. This position provides functional leadership and oversight of the AP process and serves as a subject-matter expert and escalation point for complex issues. The ideal candidate brings deep technical AP expertise, experience in high-volume environments, and a strong process-improvement mindset.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred
5–8+ years of progressive experience in accounts payable or general accounting
Demonstrated experience overseeing high-volume AP operations
Proven success improving AP processes, controls, and automation
Strong working knowledge of invoice matching, accruals, balance sheet accuracy, and internal controls
Proficiency with AP and ERP systems
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently
Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across locations and departments

Responsibilities

Oversee end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor maintenance
Ensure invoices and payments are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Review complex, high-dollar, or non-routine invoices and payments
Monitor daily workflow to ensure service levels and deadlines are consistently met
Collaborate with management to develop and document accounts payable policies, procedures and internal controls
Oversee invoice-to-purchase order matching processes, including two-way and three-way matching, and ensure discrepancies are identified, escalated, and resolved timely prior to payment
Collaborate closely with Division employees to support Accounts Payable activities at the division level, providing guidance and assistance as needed
Act as a point of contact for resolving invoice discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and system or process-related issues in partnership with division teams
Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation within the AP function
Establish and maintain strong, professional relationships with vendors and suppliers
Reconcile vendor statements to ensure receipt of invoices for corporate accounts Forward statements for divisions to sales coordinators and follow up to ensure statements were received
Resolve escalated vendor issues and discrepancies in a timely and effective manner
Ensure vendor records are accurate and complete, including banking information and tax documentation (e.g., W-9s)
Reconcile the accounts payable subledger to the general ledger and resolve variances
Oversee vendor statement reconciliations and ensure outstanding balances are addressed
Support month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring proper cutoff and accrual accuracy
Prepare and review AP-related reports, including aging, payment activity, and accrual schedules
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies
Oversee 1099 reporting and sales/use tax considerations related to AP transactions
Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate risk
Coordinate with internal and external auditors and provide required documentation