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Accounts Payable Supervisor

Location: 

Bethpage, NY, US, 11714 Golden, CO, US, 80401 White Plains, NY, US, 10601

Brand:  Lightpath
Requisition #:  10817

Lightpath is one of the largest competitive local exchange carriers in the tri-state area. We own and operate our infrastructure "from the ground up" by deploying over 20,000 route miles connecting 13,500 on-net/LIT buildings. With a strong portfolio of cutting edge solutions for Internet, WAN, Voice, SD-WAN, Security & Cloud services, we enable Enterprise customers of all sizes the ability to react to new challenges while developing best practices for the future. With Lightpath’s continued focus on network excellence and a “customer first” service commitment, we are building a workforce of the best talent that will meet the needs of our customers and reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the accounts payable (AP) department, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports. This role maintains strong vendor relationships, enforces company policies, and supports process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the AP function.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the end-to-end AP process, ensuring all invoices, payments, and credits are processed accurately and on time.
  • Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies promptly.
  • Overall coordination and processing of all invoices, including specialized procedures for select vendors/types.
  • Detail level reporting for the Finance Group under the direction of the AP Manager.
  • Able to meet deadlines for reporting and processing daily.
  • Collaborate with procurement, accounting, and other departments to streamline AP processes.
  • Perform due diligence research related to vendor database via public record websites.
  • Reconcile daily processing to ensure invoices are ready for payment.
  • Enforce company policies and procedures and uphold confidentiality standards.
  • Analyze data from ad hoc reports as it pertains to the goals and objectives of the Accounts Payable department.
  • Maintain record retention to ensure compliance with Federal and Company requirements.
  • Provide training and support to staff members.
  • Suggest and assist in the implementation of departmental operational improvements.
  • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned, including support for SOX, KPMG, and Internal Audits.
  • Provide managerial support and assist with all departmental responsibilities and functions to ensure the continuous flow of daily work.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3–5 years of accounts payable experience, including at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills
  • Ability to make decisions with minimal supervisory assistance
  • Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles, practices, and accounting systems.
  • Ability to lead by example and be able to present oneself as a role model to others.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle Fusion) and Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of 1099 reporting and sales/use tax compliance.
  • Experience in a shared services or multi-entity environment.
  • Oracle experience a plus; specifically, Fusion.

Lightpath is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. 

 

Lightpath collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law.  This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.

 

This position is identified as being performed in/or reporting to company operations in New York State. The pay range at the time of posting in the specified locations is $75,000 - $90,000/year. Pay ranges are supplied in compliance with New York State law. Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience.


Nearest Major Market: Long Island
Nearest Secondary Market: New York CIty

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