Accounts Payable Supervisor - Military veterans preferred

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Accounts Payable Supervisor to work in a hybrid capacity from our Fort Smith, Arkansas office.

POSITION SUMMARY

Summit Utilities, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Accounts Payable Supervisor to join our dynamic finance team. The Accounts Payable Supervisor plays a critical leadership role in managing the daily operations of the Accounts Payable (A/P) team. This position ensures the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments, maintains compliance with regulatory standards, and drives continuous improvement in A/P processes. The Supervisor will also serve as a key liaison between A/P and other departments, and will be instrumental in supporting system implementations, including SAP S4/Hana.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the A/P team, ensuring all invoices are processed accurately and in accordance with company policies.
• Monitor team performance, provide coaching and feedback, and support professional development.
• Ensure equitable distribution of workload and maintain a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Train new team members and lead onboarding for new systems and processes.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for A/P systems, including SAP S4/Hana, Oracle, and Concur Invoice.
• Lead the resolution of system-related issues and coordinate with IT and vendors for enhancements.
• Support the implementation of new financial systems and tools, including testing, documentation, and training.
• Continuously evaluate and improve A/P processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including IRS 1099 reporting and unclaimed property laws.
• Maintain and enforce internal controls to prevent errors, fraud, and inefficiencies.
• Prepare and review audit documentation and support both interim and year-end audits.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for internal stakeholders and management.
• Act as the primary point of contact for resolving complex invoice and payment issues.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, Engineering, Operations, and IT to ensure smooth end-to-end processing.
• Provide Treasury with timely and accurate data for cash forecasting and payment planning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal departments to support business operations.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and execute payment runs, including ACH, wire transfers, and check processing.
• Review and verify invoice data, ensure proper coding and approvals, and reconcile A/P transactions.
• Manage recurring payments such as leases, utilities, and service contracts to ensure timely disbursement.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in accounts payable, accounting, finance, shared services or other relevant experience, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience required. 
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, economics or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 
• Previous experience working in Accounts Payable, a plus.
• Experience with process improvements in Oracle, SAP, and / or Concur a big plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES 

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP accounting principles and A/P best practices.
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Deadline driven with a results-oriented focus.
• Ability to manage change and prioritize in a rapidly growing and developing environment.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home. 

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.