Accounts Payable Supervisor

Emr-USA-Metal-Recyclin; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Parental PTO

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA with employer contribution

Job summary

EMR seeks an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead a dedicated AP team, streamline processes, and ensure accuracy across locations. You will coach staff, drive timely invoice processing, and coordinate month-end activities in a dynamic environment.

You will manage vendor payments, resolve discrepancies, and partner with IT and accounting to enhance automation and controls while maintaining strict compliance with policies and tax requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Progressive accounts payable experience, including leadership role preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP system.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, reconciliations, internal controls, and tax reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial reporting).
• Experience in high-volume AP environment; ERP implementations or automation experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and develop accounts payable team members including scheduling and performance evaluations.
• Set departmental priorities, service levels, and ensure timely invoice processing and month-end closing.
• Manage vendor payments via checks, ACH, wires, and electronic methods.
• Review invoices, vendor inquiries, payment issues, and account balances.
• Monitor AP reports for discrepancies and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure documentation and compliance.
• Oversee AP functions within Microsoft Dynamics 365 and other financial systems.
• Collaborate with IT and accounting to support system improvements and automation.
• Coordinate month-end close activities and financial reporting.
• Assist audits by providing documentation and supporting records.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Excel

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented leader who thrives on accuracy, organization, and keeping financial operations running smoothly? EMR is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor who is passionate about developing a strong team, streamlining processes, and ensuring accuracy and efficiency. If you enjoy leading others, solving problems, and making an impact, we want to hear from you!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise, train, and develop accounts payable team members, including scheduling, workload distribution, performance evaluations, coaching, and cross-training to ensure adequate coverage across locations and processes
• Establish departmental priorities, performance expectations, and service-level standards to ensure timely invoice processing, vendor responses, and month-end closing activities.
• Manage vendor payments, including checks, ACH transfers, wire transfers, and electronic payment methods
• Review and resolve invoice discrepancies, vendor inquiries, payment issues, and outstanding account balances
• Monitor accounts payable reports to identify discrepancies, duplicate payments, outstanding credits, and opportunities for improvement
• Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure proper documentation, verification, and compliance with established procedure.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, tax reporting requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Oversee accounts payable functions within Microsoft Dynamics 365 and other financial systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT and accounting teams to support system improvements, automation, and process enhancements.
• Coordinate month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review accounts payable reports and performance metrics to monitor accuracy, efficiency, and payment timeliness.
• Partner with treasury, procurement, location management, and accounting teams to support financial operations and resolve issues.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing required documentation and supporting financial records.
• Establish and communicate departmental priorities, deadlines, and procedures to ensure consistent operations across all locations.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, improve workflows, and enhance overall departmental performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED/SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with employees, management, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to identify process improvements and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement when handling sensitive financial information.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing periods.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Progressive accounts payable experience, including at least two years in a supervisory or leadership role preferred
• Experience working with Microsoft dynamics 365 or a comparable enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, account reconciliations, internal controls, and applicable tax reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial reporting.
• Experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment preferred.
• Experience with electronic payment systems, ERP implementations, or process automations preferred.

What We Offer:

• Career advancement opportunities
• Paid time off
• Economical medical, dental, and employer paid vision insurance
• Parental PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA and FSA with employer contribution