Accounts Payable Supervisor

Salas O'Brien•Evansville, IN

4d•$85,000 - $88,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Accounts Payable Supervisor At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way. About Us: Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day. Job Summary The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, and maintaining strong internal controls. This role supports the finance department by enhancing vendor relationships, improving processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards, including U.S. GAAP and ASPE/IFRS, as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 5 years of accounts payable experience
At least 1–2 years of supervisory or lead experience
Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and general accounting principles
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday)
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis
Excellent organizational, problemâsolving, and communication skills
Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks in a fastâpaced environment
Familiarity with U.S. Wâ9 and 1099 reporting and/or Canadian vendor tax documentation (e.g., SIN/BIN, T4A reporting)
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Nice To Haves

Experience in shared services, multiâentity, or highâvolume AP environments
Knowledge of sales tax, GST, and HST compliance in both the U.S. and Canada
Demonstrated ability to analyze processes and recommend improvements

Responsibilities

Supervise dayâtoâday accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, approvals, and payment runs
Ensure invoices are accurately coded, approved, and posted in accordance with company policies
Monitor AP aging and cash disbursement schedules to meet payment terms and optimize cash flow
Review and approve exception items, adjustments, and manual payments
Lead, coach, and develop accounts payable staff, including workload distribution and performance management
Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of AP team members
Provide guidance on complex transactions and resolve escalated issues
Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
Maintain strong internal controls to prevent errors, duplicate payments, or fraud
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice discrepancies or payment disputes
Partner with Procurement, Operations, and Finance to ensure accurate and timely processing
Serve as the primary escalation point for accounts payable–related issues
Manage periods of increased workload during monthâend and yearâend close
Identify opportunities to improve AP efficiency, accuracy, and automation
Assist with system upgrades, implementations, and process standardization initiatives
Prepare and analyze accounts payable metrics and reports, including aging, KPIs, and exception trends