Accounts Payable Supervisor in Minneapolis, Minnesota at Detector Electronics LLC

Accounts Payable (AP) Supervisor

About Us:

Det-Tronics is a $200M global technology leader in industrial life safety solutions, specializing in high-end flame and gas detection and automation control systems. As part of Spectrum Safety Solutions with 1,700 employees across 20+ countries we serve mission-critical environments in oil & gas, clean energy, marine, and infrastructure. Backed by Sentinel Capital Partners, we’re driving innovation and growth across our portfolio.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented AP Supervisor to oversee the Accounts Payable functions at Det-Tronics, a leading flame and gas detection manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payables, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors, and internal departments. This is a key role in supporting the company’s financial health and operational efficiency, while providing strategic insights to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable (AP):

Oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments.Manage the end-to-end accounts payable cycle, including invoice receipt, approval workflows, and payment processing.Work closely with the procurement and operations teams to verify and resolve any discrepancies in purchase orders and invoices.Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding issues with suppliers.Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls regarding payment approvals.Assist in the preparation of monthly AP reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial statements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting:

Work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes.Provide detailed AP analysis to senior management to inform cash flow forecasting and financial planning.Collaborate with internal departments, including sales and operations, to streamline processes and resolve any operational issues.Assist with audits, providing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.Implement and maintain efficient AP processes and workflows, ensuring compliance with internal controls and best practices.

Team Leadership:

Supervise and mentor a small team of AP clerks or associates, providing guidance and ensuring performance standards are met.Foster a collaborative and high-performance environment within the team.Provide training and support to team members as needed, ensuring development and growth opportunities.

What You Bring:

Required Qualifications:

Five or more years of progressive accounts payable or related accounting experience.At least one year of experience providing team leadership, work direction, training, or supervision.Experience working with purchase orders, three-way matching, vendor reconciliation, and payment processing.Working knowledge of general accounting principles and internal controls.Experience using an ERP or accounting system.Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, filtering, and data reconciliation.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.Demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving ability.Strong written and verbal communication skills.