AP Supervisor (Finance)

Job Description:

At Sparklight/Cableone and our Cable One family of brands, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most. For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.

We are open to hiring remote if we find the right talent in any of the following states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OR, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT.

What you will do to contribute to the company's success

Responsibilities include overseeing and managing the accounts payable process. Their role is essential in ensuring that all vendor invoices and payments are processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Job Overview:

The AP Supervisor will lead the accounts payable team to ensure timely and accurate processing of all invoices, payments, and related financial transactions. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with company policies, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and associates. The AP Supervisor will also support the development of processes to improve efficiency and control in the AP function.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise a team of 6 accounts payable leads or specialists, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure that team members are effectively managing their workloads and meeting deadlines.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment to encourage team development and productivity.
• Manage the AP email box and delegate tasks and assignments as needed.

Invoice Processing & Payment Management:

• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, ensuring they are properly approved and coded.
• Manage payment cycles, ensuring payments are made on time and in accordance with vendor terms.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies or issues as needed.

Compliance & Control:

• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting principles, tax regulations and internal SOX controls.
• Implement and enforce internal controls to prevent errors or fraud in the AP process.
• Assist with audits by providing requested documentation and explanations related to accounts payable.

Vendor Relationship Management:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors to resolve issues, negotiate terms, and ensure a smooth payment process.
• Address vendor inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare and review regular reports on accounts payable, including outstanding balances, aging reports KPI's, and other reports as needed.
• Analyze and suggest improvements to accounts payable processes and workflows for increased efficiency.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounts payable processes.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Procurement, Finance) to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the AP function.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Provide support to other areas of finance and accounting as needed.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new accounting standards, and best practices in accounts payable.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Experience:
  • 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable or a related field.
  • Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or others). Preferably Oracle.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and financial controls.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Core Competencies

• Committed: Values each customer, while working hard to keep their business and support our communities.
• Helpful: Delivers support in the ways that are most useful to our customers and addresses their needs with expertise, respect, and empathy.
• Proactive: Understand what our customers need, and actively works to make their relationship with use seamless, easy, and rewarding.
• Personal: Knows our customers well, and tailors our communications and interactions to address their needs and expectations.

Benefits

Cable One and our family of brands appreciates the role our associates play to help the company grow, and in return an excellent benefits package is offered to our associates to recognize the importance of their contributions, such as:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans - start when you start!
• Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
• Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and personal/sick days)
• 401(k) - 100% company match starts day 1 of employment (up to 5% of eligible compensation)
• Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection

Additional Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 on 1st year)
• Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S.
• Associate recognition & awards programs
• Advancement opportunities
• Collaborative work environment
• FREE Cable One services for associates who live in a serviceable area
• Up to $75/mo. Stipend
• Remote Access to select premium channels (Cable One, Sparklight, Cable America and ValueNet Fiber Only)
• Vehicle provided for daily work purposes, if residing within reasonable radius from office location

We're an Award-Winning Organization!

• Forbes' "America's Best Midsized Employers" 2021-2023

Our Commitment

Diversity lies in the communities we serve and among the associates who dedicate themselves to ensure our continued success. Here at Cable One and our family of brands, we believe it is our individual and unique talents, backgrounds and perspectives that, when combined, truly make us an unstoppable force. "Stronger Together" is not just a verbal cue, it is the motto that our associates live by, exemplify, and embody each and every day.

Cable One and our family of brands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Pre-hire Processes

Cable One and our family of brands is committed to keeping our associates and customers safe. Job offers are contingent upon the results of background, drug screening, and reference check. Only after successfully passing these pre-hire clearances are individuals approved for hire and ready to start their successful and rewarding career.

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