Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager

Job DescriptionDescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to lead daily payables operations at our Tennessee location within a manufacturing industry. This on-site role is ideal for someone with a hands-on approach and strong attention to detail who can guide a small team, strengthen vendor payment accuracy, and address discrepancies with a thoughtful, proactive approach. The position works closely with the Accounting Manager and plays an important part in maintaining efficient financial processes, reliable controls, and timely month-end support.**This position is ON-SITE Monday-Friday normal business hours**Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and provide day-to-day direction to two accounting team members responsible for payables activities. Examine incoming invoices to confirm accurate coding, proper approvals, and compliance with internal standards before processing. Organize recurring payment schedules, prepare weekly and monthly disbursement recommendations, and oversee timely release of payments. Reconcile accounts payable balances and compare vendor statements to internal records to identify and correct differences. Investigate payment issues, invoice discrepancies, and account variances, then work directly with vendors or internal contacts to resolve them. Manage vendor credits, return activity, and other adjustments while maintaining complete and accurate documentation. Track aging reports and help ensure financial obligations are settled according to established company practices and deadlines. Contribute to month-end and year-end closing tasks, support audit requests, and uphold strong internal control procedures. Recommend and implement improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across accounts payable workflows.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred. 3 to 5 years of accounts payable experience, ideally within a manufacturing or similar operational environment. Prior experience leading, supervising, or mentoring team members is preferred. Solid understanding of invoice processing, account reconciliations, payment cycles, and internal control practices. Proficiency with accounting or ERP systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills. Ability to analyze discrepancies, solve problems independently, and follow issues through to resolution. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in an on-site setting. Effective written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented approach to vendor and internal type

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