Accounts Payable Supervisor​/Manager

Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager

We 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.