Supervisor, Accounts Payable

Summary

CHS is hiring Accounts Payable Supervisor to join its finance team. The Accounts Payable Supervisor will provide day-to-day support for the business unit customers and vendors through the entire procure-to-pay process and, at the same time, seek process improvement efficiencies and understand corporate structures, business contacts, and stakeholders. The person in this role will also participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.   This role will primarily be responsible for leading the FSS Regional AP team (Refineries, Ethanol Plants and Animal Nutrition). Travel for this position will be up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, lead and coordinate the daily activities of the FSS (Finance Shared Services) Regional Accounts Payable team including work direction, performance management, coaching and development.
• Develop guidelines for proper handling and coding of invoices to maintain general ledger expense account and inventory records.
• Lead team through project management, process improvement, system conversions, and team development.
• Analyze invoices for accuracy and eligibility for payment, and ensure correct payments are made in a timely manner.
• Analyze Accounts Payable reporting to ensure accountability and performance of the team.
• Accountable for team’s budget planning and analysis of results.
• Develop and monitor metrics and KPIs to ensure invoices are paid on time, according to targets.
• Act as second level escalation point for issues.
• Monitor and report on changes in payment standards.
• Ensure accounting procedures are correct and in compliance with all state and federal regulations, company policies and standard internal control requirements.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• High School diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, and/or AP/AR

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Economics, Business, Business Administration, or related field
• Demonstrated knowledge of standard accounting/accounts payable practices and procedures
• Experience using automated financial and accounting systems
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.