Accounts Payable Supervisor

Shorr Packaging Corp.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & holidays

401K with matching

Owner-driven culture

Job summary

Shorr Packaging Corp. in Aurora, IL is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead the AP function, ensuring accurate, timely vendor payments and strong internal controls.

You will manage a small team, drive process improvements, collaborate with cross‑functional groups, and act as the ERP SME to optimize automation and month‑end close activities. The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and 2+ years of AP plus supervisory experience; proficiency in Excel and ERP systems is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 2+ years AP experience.
• Minimum 2+ years supervisory experience.
• Strong Excel and ERP system knowledge.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily AP operations ensuring accurate processing across all transactions.
• Manage AP team workload and act as backup for payments and month-end close.
• Lead coaching and development of AP staff with training programs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and AP automation.
• Serve as liaison between AP and stakeholders to resolve disputes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and support audits.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Together, We Own it! Start your employee owner journey with Shorr Packaging.

The Accounts Payable Supervisor is a key leader within the Finance team, responsible for overseeing the end-to-end accounts payable function to ensure accurate, timely, and controlled processing of vendor payments. This role combines hands‑on operational expertise with strategic oversight, driving process improvements, strengthening internal controls, and developing a high-performing team.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills who can effectively partner across departments and contribute to broader financial and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounts payable operations, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently across all transaction types through AP automation software as well as directly into ERP (inventory, expenses, freight, credits, and returns). Assist with monitoring invoice exceptions within the AP automation tool.
• Manage team workload and serve as backup for payment processing. Expected to assist with invoice processing when short‑staffed and/or month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end. Expected to assist with the final updating of invoices in the ERP from the automation tool. Ensure timely completion of month‑end close activities, which include monthly expense accruals, account reconciliations and other duties as assigned.
• Lead, coach, and develop AP team members. Establish expectations, monitor productivity, and drive accountability. Design training programs and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, analyze KPIs, and align AP processes with organizational strategy. Support automation and system enhancements.
• Act as liaison between AP and stakeholders. Resolve vendor disputes professionally. Collaborate cross‑functionally to improve processes.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance requirements. Identify risks and support audits.
• Serve as SME for ERP systems and drive system improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 2+ years of AP experience required.
• Minimum 2+ years of supervisory experience required.
• Strong Excel and ERP system knowledge required.
• Microsoft Office with emphasis on Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $65,000 - $75,000 per year.

Shorr Packaging does not provide work authorization sponsorship for this position.

Shorr Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Together, We Own It!
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverages
• Generous PTO with vacation, sick and floating holidays.
• 401K plan plus matching
• Team based Employee Owner company culture

Shorr Packaging Corp is an equal‑opportunity employer. It is the policy of Shorr Packaging Corp to afford full Equal Employment Opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status or disability status or any other legally protected status.