Supervisor, Accounts Payable Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the supervisor, accounts payable opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for accounting assistance to project managers and operational staff; responds to financial questions/concerns to meet business needs.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Provide assistance to internal and external auditors and respond to official requests for information
• Provide support to the PtP team as necessary
• Support the overall goals of FSSC
• Actively contribute to embedding the continuous improvement mindset into the PtP organization by applying the Lean Sigma problem solving methodology, in line with the Enterprise Excellence strategy
• Have regular contact with the (local) finance organization to discuss status, identify and solve issues, and identify opportunities to add value to the business
• Act upon existing or new Medtronic policies and procedures impacting Purchase to Pay
• Experience using accounts payable expense management software, particularly Concur, is strongly preferred
• Experience with Great Plains, PaperSav, and Concur preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the supervisor, accounts payable position.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership in the accounts payable function and to the accounting operations.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Detail oriented individual, who can thrive in fast paced environment
• Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities, makes him/her-self available to staff, develops staff and encourages growth
• Accounts Payable and General Ledger knowledge
• Critical thinker, who is able to think outside the process
• Experience with 3-way matching
• Experience with internal controls in Accounts Payable
• Experience with reconciliations and month-end closing procedures related to Accounts Payable
• Extensive knowledge in payables systems and best practices

In response to your job posting for supervisor, accounts payable, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for accounting assistance to departmental heads and management to respond to financial questions/concerns to meet business needs.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Reviewing accounting coding and processing invoices for accuracy
• Cross-training team members to broaden team knowledge and develop skill sets
• Prior experience in a processioning center environment preferred
• Computer competency with advanced proficiency with Excel
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite such as Outlook, Word and Excel
• Be a proactive advocate of change through analysis of the business processes
• SAP and PeopleSoft experience preferred
• Experience in managing a staff of 5+ associates

I am excited to be applying for the position of supervisor, accounts payable. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for support for Accounting Department initiatives as well as improve Accounts Payable processes by participating in companywide initiatives.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Shared Services Center environment (preferred)
• Experience in "Facturacion Electronica" for Mexico (Tax laws and requirements)
• Experience in P2P Process for Central and LATAM countries (Preferred)
• Experience managing, supporting, reporting to different Business Units/Countries (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint Advanced Level able to create Macros, Pivot Tables, Charts, etc)
• Accounting Systems (SAP preferred)
• Recommends process improvement and automation
• Uses creative approaches to challenges and is solutions-oriented

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the supervisor, accounts payable position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for accounting support for one or more functions to include organization and maintenance of account record keeping and internal and external communication.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Accounts Payable reconciliation and close processes
• Accounts Payable related policies, standards and controls
• Relentless determination to improve processes and build collaboration
• General Accounting knowledge (GAAP)
• Experience working with accounting systems such as JDE
• Understanding of cotton or similar agricultural business such as grain, and/or crop input business
• Proficiency in ITAS or other trading applications
• Corporate and P-Card processing knowledge