Accounting - Accounts Payable Supervisor

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Job Functions

• Supervise and lead the accounts payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Oversee daily AP operations, including invoice approvals, vendor payments, and expense reimbursements.
• Monitor workload distribution and provide guidance, training, and support to AP staff.
• Review and approve payment runs (checks, ACH, and wires) in accordance with company policies and internal controls.
• Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships by resolving escalated issues and ensuring service levels are met.
• Collaborate with procurement, accounting, and other departments to streamline processes and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and applicable regulations.
• Prepare AP-related reports, reconciliations, and analyses for management.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing, including accruals and audit support.
• Assist in the identification and development of appropriate AP operational KPIs for monthly reporting to leadership
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and efficiency within the AP function.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered.
• 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, internal controls, and accounting best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required) and ERP/accounting systems (experience with Dynamics365 a plus). Medius Invoice automation experience.
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with vendors, team members, and management.
• High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in handling sensitive financial information.

Why work at Safariland?

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.

Eligible employees are offered:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
• Employer paid disability
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Work life balance
• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.

All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.