Accounts Payable Supervisor

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✨ Work on Events the World Talks About

At Arena, we turn bold ideas into unforgettable experiences. Our teams design, build, and deliver world-class event spaces for global names like Formula 1, the Ryder Cup, and the PGA Tour — and we do it on some of the biggest stages in the world.

With projects across the US, UK, Middle East, and Asia, you'll gain hands-on experience, work with industry experts, and see your work come to life in real time. If you're looking for a fast-paced environment, real responsibility, and the chance to be part of something exciting from day one, Arena is the place to grow your career.

📊 You'll Love This Role

▸ A true leadership seat — you'll own the day-to-day AP function and lead a team, reporting directly to the Controller

▸ Your work powers the events everyone's talking about — every invoice and payment behind the scenes keeps world-class productions moving

▸ Real influence: you'll build and enforce the procedures and internal controls that shape how AP runs company-wide

▸ Process improvement and automation aren't buzzwords here — you'll have the green light to make things faster and smarter

▸ A growing company that promotes from within and rewards people who take ownership and show up ready

🏗️ How You'll Keep the Operation Moving

▸ AP Leadership: Manage the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payment requests

▸ Vendor & Compliance Management: Maintain vendor records and ensure compliance with tax documentation requirements, including W-9s and 1099 reporting

▸ Issue Resolution: Resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues by collaborating with vendors and internal departments

▸ Reporting & Audit Support: Prepare AP reports, metrics, and analyses for management, and support internal and external audits with requested documentation

▸ Controls & Process Improvement: Develop, document, and enforce AP procedures and internal controls — and identify opportunities to increase efficiency and implement automation

▸ Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with Procurement and other departments to improve purchasing and payment workflows

🧱 The Foundation You Already Have

You don't need a perfect resume — you need AP expertise, a leader's mindset, and the ability to balance accuracy with speed when deadlines hit.

▸ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

▸ 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience

▸ 2+ years of supervisory or management experience

▸ Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles and accounting practices

▸ Clear, professional communicator — comfortable collaborating with vendors, colleagues, and leadership

▸ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications

▸ Strong attention to detail with the ability to balance accuracy and timeliness under deadline

👍 Bonus Points If You Have These

▸ Experience with accounting software such as Microsoft NAV, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, or a similar ERP system

▸ Experience with process improvement initiatives and AP automation tools

▸ Familiarity with event production, hospitality, or service-industry accounting environments

▸ Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location organization

💙 We Take Care of Our People

We know that a job is more than a paycheck, it's about feeling supported, valued, and able to live a full life outside of work. That's why we offer benefits designed to care for you and your family, both now and in the future.

✅ Competitive Pay – Your skills and experience are valued
✅ Medical, dental, and vision insurance to support your health and wellbeing
✅ 401(k) with Company Match – to help you plan for the future
✅ Paid Time Off & Holidays – Work hard, recharge often
✅ Flexible Work Options – We support work-life balance
✅ Career Growth Opportunities – Learning, development, and advancement
✅ Supportive Team Culture – Collaboration, respect, and inclusion
✅ Employee Perks – Monthly appreciation meal, event tickets, and more

📍 Location: Office-based | Oak Creek, WI 

🕒 Schedule: Full-time 

👉 Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and let's build together!

Arena Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.