Accounts Payable Supervisor

About the Role

At Clopay Corporation, we are North America’s largest residential and commercial garage door manufacturer, leading the industry in innovation, safety, and design. Our premier brands deliver high-performance closure solutions for homes and businesses. Headquartered in Mason, Ohio, with manufacturing facilities across the U.S., we operate 55+ distribution centers and thousands of retail locations in the U.S. and Canada. By joining our team, you become part of a legacy blending the residential elegance of Clopay ("America’s Favorite Garage Doors") with the industrial strength of Cornell and Cookson, securing everything from family garages to iconic stadiums and skyscrapers.

The Accounts Payable Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable department, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, efficient resolution of vendor inquiries, and effective departmental workflows. This role provides leadership and support to the AP team while promoting accountability, cross-training, process improvement, and strong internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Department Operations
  • Oversee daily Accounts Payable operations and workflow.
  • Monitor invoice processing to ensure timely and accurate payments.
  • Manage workload distribution and department priorities.
  • Ensure vendor inquiries and payment issues are resolved promptly.
  • Oversee vendor maintenance activities and related controls.
  • Monitor aging items, payment deadlines, and processing backlogs.
  • Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Team Leadership
  • Provide day-to-day direction and support to AP staff.
  • Promote accountability, communication, and teamwork.
  • Assist with workload balancing and resource planning.
  • Encourage knowledge sharing and cross-training throughout the department.
  • Address operational issues and escalate concerns as needed.
• Process Improvement & Controls
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and accuracy.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Partner with management on process improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain and support standard operating procedures and process documentation.
  • Monitor departmental performance and key metrics.
• Vendor & Customer Support
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for vendor-related issues.
  • Coordinate resolution of complex invoice and payment concerns.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Reporting & Special Projects
  • Assist with audits and compliance reviews.
  • Support reporting requests and department projects.
  • Participate in system and process enhancement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including coaching, cross-training, process improvement, or coordinating the work of others.
• Previous supervisory or team lead experience preferred but not required.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Success Factors

The successful candidate will:

• Lead through collaboration, communication, and accountability.
• Effectively coordinate departmental workflow and priorities.
• Balance productivity, accuracy, and customer service.
• Support process consistency and continuous improvement.
• Build strong working relationships across the organization.
• Promote cross-training and operational continuity.
• Help create a positive, solutions-oriented team environment.

Benefits

• Unrivaled Scale: Work for a market leader with a massive manufacturing footprint and a reputation for excellence spanning nearly two centuries.
• A Culture of "What’s Next": Investment in automation, sustainable materials, and smart-home integration to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Commitment to People: Stability of a large organization with the collaborative feel of a specialized team, backed by Griffon Corporation.
• A Legacy of Expertise: Join the "Pioneer Club"—over 440 employees with 20+ years of tenure, offering lifelong career growth.
• Commitment to Innovation: Access to industry-leading tools, such as WINDCODE® technology and award-winning designs.
• Community Focused: Partnership with Habitat for Humanity to provide homes and security to families in the communities where we live and work.

Location: Mason, Ohio