Supervisor Accounts Payable

As a Supervisor Accounts Payable you will be partner with the business, customers, and vendors to support Accounts Payable management duties. You will lead a team of Accounts Payable Representatives, Specialists, and Leads who are responsible for the timely payments of expense reports and non-trade invoices. You will assist the members of the Finance Operations leadership team on strategic planning and execution to drive working capital performance and efficiencies. Your experience will allow you to escalate issues where needed by contacting different teams across Shared Services and Accounting teams and maintaining the accuracy of the organization’s financial records. 

On Your Next Adventure, You’ll:

• Monitors and manages daily operations, assigns tasks, checks work frequently, and maintains schedules and staffing
• Monitors the end-to-end Accounts Payable process and may perform operational tasks as needed
• Follows established system process deadlines and measures for tracking accounts payable for all managed facilities
• Reviews and approves the payment proposals as needed ensuring all invoices have appropriate documentation prior to payment
• Guides the team to ensure delivered processes and services are provided with high quality
• Manages the travel and entertainment expense reporting process including related policies, supporting technology, and reporting
• Assist as requested with ad hoc projects, AP reports, analysis, and proposing process improvements
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations governing payment to vendors including companies and consultants
• Supports the annual merit and equity programs for assigned team to align compensation with performance results
• Outlines employee role accountabilities and expectations; manages performance to drive the right behaviors and improve results and provides useful real-time coaching, development activities, and stretch assignments; supports employees with problem resolution
• Encourages employee feedback through formal and informal channels. Work with next level manager to acknowledge and take action on feedback to drive a trusting culture of open two-way communication, inclusivity, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Develops, implements, and maintains systems, procedures, and policies, including accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines
• Provides accounting assistance to finance operations staff; responds to accounts payable questions and concerns to meet business needs
• Assists with Accounts Payable month end close process and communication with the Accounting Department
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned according to the team and/or country specific requirements

You’re a Great Fit if You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Previous leadership experience
• Minimum 3 years of professional Accounts Payable experience
• Ability to pass accounting test
• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish (verbal, written, and comprehension)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Programs
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Extremely detail oriented & accurate
• Ability to motivate and encourage change, able to get positive results in a very large, dispersed organization
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that women, people of color, and individuals with disabilities may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

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