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Accounts Payable Supervisor
CPMUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 May 2025
About the role
Job Title: Accounts Payable Supervisor
Department: Finance/Accounting
Reports To: Accounts Payable, Receivable, and T&E Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Waterloo/Hybrid
Position Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead the day-to-day
operations of our U.S. AP team. This role is responsible for supervising AP staff, ensuring timely and
accurate processing of invoices and payments, maintaining compliance with company policies and
accounting standards, and supporting process improvements.
The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, hands-on knowledge of AP workflows, and experience
working in ERP systems such as SAP B1. This position plays a critical role in maintaining strong vendor
relationships and supporting the integrity of the company’s financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise the daily operations of the accounts payable team, including invoice entry, approvals,
payments, and reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices in compliance with company policies.
• Review payment runs (ACH, wires, checks), ensuring appropriate documentation and controls.
• Resolve escalated issues with vendors and internal business units.
• Monitor AP aging and assist in managing cash flow through effective payables management.
• Support monthly and year-end closing activities, including accruals and reporting.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Receiving, and Accounting to resolve discrepancies.
• Train and mentor AP team members; conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing
feedback.
• Assist with audits by preparing requested documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Recommend and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
Qualifications:
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
• 3–5 years of accounts payable experience, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or team lead
role.
• Proficient in SAP B1 or other ERP systems; experience with AP automation tools is a plus.
• Strong understanding of internal controls related to AP.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location environment.
• Familiarity with 1099 reporting and U.S. tax compliance.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with expense software like Concur.
Department: Finance/Accounting
Reports To: Accounts Payable, Receivable, and T&E Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Waterloo/Hybrid
Position Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead the day-to-day
operations of our U.S. AP team. This role is responsible for supervising AP staff, ensuring timely and
accurate processing of invoices and payments, maintaining compliance with company policies and
accounting standards, and supporting process improvements.
The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, hands-on knowledge of AP workflows, and experience
working in ERP systems such as SAP B1. This position plays a critical role in maintaining strong vendor
relationships and supporting the integrity of the company’s financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise the daily operations of the accounts payable team, including invoice entry, approvals,
payments, and reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices in compliance with company policies.
• Review payment runs (ACH, wires, checks), ensuring appropriate documentation and controls.
• Resolve escalated issues with vendors and internal business units.
• Monitor AP aging and assist in managing cash flow through effective payables management.
• Support monthly and year-end closing activities, including accruals and reporting.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Receiving, and Accounting to resolve discrepancies.
• Train and mentor AP team members; conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing
feedback.
• Assist with audits by preparing requested documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Recommend and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
Qualifications:
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
• 3–5 years of accounts payable experience, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or team lead
role.
• Proficient in SAP B1 or other ERP systems; experience with AP automation tools is a plus.
• Strong understanding of internal controls related to AP.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location environment.
• Familiarity with 1099 reporting and U.S. tax compliance.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with expense software like Concur.
CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more.
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