Accounts Payable SupervisorFellowes Brands

Description

Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed. 

We are proud to be recognized:

• Among America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021, 2022 and 2024
• As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for four consecutive years (2021-2025)

We currently operate in-office Monday-Thursday, with an optional remote day on Friday.

This role is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Role Summary

As the Accounts Payable Supervisor, you will oversee the end-to-end AP process to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant invoice processing and payments across Fellowes US, Canada, and Australia. This role manages system-related issues, implements process improvements, and maintains strong relationships with internal stakeholders and global suppliers. The position also supports system testing, policy enforcement, and audit compliance.

In This Role, You Will:

• Supervise and mentor the AP team, ensuring adherence to procedures such as travel and expense reporting, and fostering continuous improvement
• Oversee timely and accurate processing of all corporate payments for multiple entities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Oracle ERP, NetSuite, and related system issues; collaborate with IT on testing and implementation of new features.
• Ensure accurate global supplier setup, maintain banking details, enforce anti-fraud controls, and manage supplier inactivation.
• Ensure error-free month-end close, prepare journal entries and reconciliations, and provide documentation for external audits
• Oversee Board of Directors fees and dividends; collaborate with Tax Manager on 1099 and 1099B processing; manage unclaimed property procedures; maintain corporate travel and purchasing cards; conduct annual audits; handle monthly intercompany billings and reconciliations

What You Bring to the Team

• At least 5 years experience in an AP Supervisor or AP Lead role
• Ideal if candidate has Bachelor's or Associate's degree in accounting, finance, business. Also, open to candidates non-degreed with applicable experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of AP processes and ERP functionality.
• Familiarity with payment methods, banking systems, and T&E expense reporting.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, including interaction with senior management.

The hiring range for this position in Itasca, IL is $90,000 - $100,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors. An annual incentive may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. An overview of our benefits offering is available here: Fellowes Benefits Overview.

Fellowes Brands - A Family Business Since 1917
For over a century, Fellowes has been committed to positively impacting people through our culture, relationships and solutions. We have evolved toward relevance with each decade and generation, responding to a constantly changing world. Today, we are on an ambitious journey to grow our influence and impact in enhancing and maximizing work experiences worldwide. We are a “Brand on the Move” and remain committed to finding new ways to help people work better and feel better.

Visit our Careers Site: www.fellowesbrands.com/us/en/careers/Pages/overview.aspx

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Fellowes, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered Fellowes' property, and Fellowes will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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