What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Supervisor position at Titan America?
About Titan America
Titan America LLC (NYSE: TTAM), a TITAN Group Company, is one of the premier producers of cement and building materials in the eastern United States and the North American subsidiary of the TITAN Group. With a history spanning over 100 years, Titan America has consistently delivered innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable solutions. Our comprehensive portfolio—including cement, aggregates, fly ash, ready-mix concrete, and specialty admixtures—serves diverse customer needs across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure markets.
Titan America is seeking a talented Accounts Payable Supervisor to join our team in Norfolk, VA!
Position Summary
The Accounts Payable Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the Accounts Payable (AP) team to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of vendor invoices, payments, and financial transactions. This role provides leadership, guidance, and training to AP staff while supporting continuous improvement of processes, systems, and service delivery. The Accounts Payable Supervisor partners closely with internal departments and external vendors to resolve issues, maintain strong relationships, and uphold company financial standards.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Operations
- Supervise, mentor, and support AP Specialists, including workload management, training, performance reviews, and development.
- Oversee full-cycle accounts payable processing, ensuring invoices, expense reports, and payment transactions are completed accurately and on time.
- Monitor staff productivity, reviewing daily/weekly workloads, aging reports, and exception items.
- Invoice & Payment Management
- Ensure proper matching, coding, and approval of invoices in accordance with company policies.
- Manage weekly payment runs (ACH, check, wire transfers), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
- Compliance & Process Improvement
- Maintain internal controls and ensure AP processes align with GAAP and company standards.
- Develop, update, and enforce AP procedures and documentation.
- Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, speed, and vendor experience.
- Assist with audits by preparing requested documentation and responding to questions.
- Vendor Relations & Collaboration
- Serve as escalation point for vendor inquiries and payment discrepancies.
- Work closely with Purchasing, Receiving, and other internal teams to resolve issues.
- Build strong vendor relationships and ensure positive, professional interactions.
- Systems & Reporting
- Utilize AP/ERP systems to review data, monitor KPIs, and maintain accurate records.
- Prepare reports and dashboards on AP performance, payment activity, and operational metrics.
- Support system upgrades, enhancements, and testing as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3–5 years of Accounts Payable experience, including at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
- Strong knowledge of AP principles, internal controls, and accounting best practices.
- Proficiency with ERP/AP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, etc.) and Excel.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in a shared services or high-volume AP environment.
- Knowledge of GAAP and audit processes.
- Experience improving workflows, automating AP functions, or implementing new systems.
Key Competencies
- Leadership & Team Development
- Analytical Thinking & Accuracy
- Process Improvement
- Vendor Management
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Collaboration & Relationship Building
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