Supervisor, Accounting Job Listing at Enterprise Products in Houston, TX (Job ID 000GF5)

Description

Tap into the professional possibilities of the largest publicly traded energy partnership that features one of the most diversified cash flow streams in the midstream segment of the energy industry.  With dynamic career opportunities and a creative and supportive environment, our unique midstream energy organization offers the chance to share and be recognized for your ideas.  Join our team and increase your opportunities for success.

The Accounts Payable Supervisor position will oversee the daily operations of the Accounts Payable (AP) function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, expense reports, vendor payments, and related activities. The ideal candidate will use their Accounts Payable knowledge alongside our AP automation tools powered by artificial intelligence (AI), optical character recognition (OCR), and data analytics to automate manual processes, enhance fraud detection, and provide actionable insights regarding invoice and payment processes. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, schedule, direct and monitor AP team activities by performing review of daily reports to assess workload balance and resolve potential payment issues. Utilization of Alteryx reports and Excel may be required to perform these reviews.
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement within the AP function. Prepare and present reports on key AP metrics, including aging analysis, payment cycles, and vendor spend.
• Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Procurement/Supply Chain, Field Offices) and vendors to address and resolve any invoice/payment related issues or discrepancies promptly.
• Coordinate with Treasury and GL teams for month-end close activities including accruals, reconciliations and reporting.
• Analyze transaction data for anomalies and report suspicious activity to mitigate the risk of fraud.
• Communicate to management any vendor, invoicing, or system related issues.
• Provide backup support to team members as required.
• Other tasks as assigned by management.

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years of Accounts Payable invoice processing experience with AI, OCR, ERP systems, Oracle R12 is required.
• A minimum of 3-5 years in a lead or supervisory role is required.
• APS/APM certification through IOFM is preferred – needs to obtain within the first year.
• Direct experience with or a strong understanding of AP automation tools including OCR and AI, is highly preferred.
• Above average knowledge of full cycle Accounts Payable processes
• Demonstrates strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exhibits a strong regard for organizing and prioritizing, as well as an ability to meet deadlines.
• Exhibits strong team building and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of the full Microsoft Office suite
• The ability to create spreadsheets, perform basic calculations, VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and manipulate data in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills being able to communicate detailed information clearly and concisely and identify when to escalate issues to management.
• Excellent customer service skills required.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, team-oriented environment.
• A strong, accountable work ethic coupled with a positive outlook.