Logistics Accounts Payable Supervisor

Canadian Solar•Mesquite, TX

11d

About The Position

At CS Power Systems, a division of Canadian Solar, the Logistics Accounts Payable Supervisor leads daily accounts payable operations and supervises the AP team. The role ensures that transactions are processed accurately and on time, while maintaining compliance with company policies, financial controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. It monitors AP performance and vendor relationships, resolves issues, develops staff, and improves processes. The supervisor also partners with Finance, Treasury, Procurement, and other functions on process enhancements, system implementations, and organizational initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of Accounts Payable experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership role.
Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, accounting principles, and financial controls.
Experience managing KPIs, service-level agreements (SLAs), and process performance metrics.
Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee daily accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, payment execution, expense reimbursements, and vendor account reconciliation.
Ensure transactions are processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with company policies and financial controls.
Monitor AP aging, payment schedules, and vendor relationships.
Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries.
Supervise, coach, and develop Accounts Payable staff to meet performance objectives and service standards.
Conduct performance reviews, provide ongoing feedback, and support employee development plans.
Build workforce resiliency through cross-training, process documentation, and succession planning.
Identify and implement improvements to AP efficiency, accuracy, standardization, and automation.
Develop, document, and maintain AP policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Prepare and analyze monthly AP metrics, KPI reports, and management summaries.
Monitor process performance and recommend corrective actions to improve operational effectiveness.
Partner with Finance, Treasury, Procurement, and other business functions on process enhancements and system implementations.
Participate in ERP upgrades, payment technology enhancements, and organizational transformation initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.