Accounts Payable Supervisor
Job in
Elkhart, Elkhart County, Indiana, 46516, USA
Listing for:
Lippert Components
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-22
Job specializations:
-
Management
Business Management, Business Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award‑winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.
Why We are Different: At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.
What
You will Get
A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, vacation, and more!Fair and competitive compensation.Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.Holiday, personal and vacation days.Summary/Objective
The Accounts Payable Supervisor leads the AP team, including oversight of Admin Level 1, 2 and 3 roles. This position is responsible for driving operational efficiency, ensuring internal control compliance, improving process workflows, and fostering professional development among team members. The Accounts Payable Supervisor also partners cross‑functionally with internal departments to support the broader Shared Services strategy.
Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the Accounts Payable team to ensure timely and accurate processing, invoice approvals, and vendor payments, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.Maintain deep understanding of Accounts Payable function.Monitor metrics and KPIs to evaluate team performance and drive accountability.Design and implement changes to workflow and technology in partnership with leadership.Collaborate with plant, procurement, and finance teams to resolve exceptions and improve efficiency.Monitor aging reports of Accounts Payable queues to identify overdue items, ensure timely exception handling, and drive prompt resolution of outstanding issues.Conduct bi‑weekly team meetings and 1‑on‑1s to align on goals and remove obstacles.Participate in recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new AP staff; mentor and develop existing team members.Contribute to the creation and enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and ensure documentation is current.Serve as key contributor to audit preparation and internal control compliance.Assist Director in planning and resourcing long‑term departmental initiatives.Champion a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.Working Conditions
Primarily working indoors, office environment.May sit for several hours at a time.Prolonged exposure to computer screens.Repetitive use of hands to operate computers, printers, and copiers.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field, OR10+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or broader AP/AR processing, with proven leadership experience.Essential Functions
Maintain productive relationships with plant‑level staff and corporate teams.Analyze change effectiveness including ROI and satisfaction post‑implementation.Lead adoption of process improvements and influence team engagement.Independently problem‑solve high‑impact Accounts Payable issues.Review performance metrics and use benchmarks to guide strategic decision‑making.Interview candidates, evaluate talent, and build high‑performance teams.Provide coaching to team members and guide them toward…
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