Louis Vuitton Accounts Payable Supervisor

About Louis Vuitton

Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton stands among the world’s most emblematic luxury maisons, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of travel. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage and modernity meet, inviting talents to contribute to a global culture of excellence across retail, design, craftsmanship, client experience, operations, and corporate functions. Louis Vuitton values curiosity, precision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit, supporting employees through international opportunities, learning pathways, and a strong commitment to savoir-faire. Its teams are united by a shared ambition to craft enduring desirability and deliver exceptional experiences worldwide.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AP specialists while managing workload distribution and KPI achievement; conduct performance reviews and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Conduct weekly Accounts Payable/Purchasing team meetings, presenting KPI reports and addressing past due invoices
• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable processes, including three-way matching, accurate invoice coding, and timely approvals across all facilities
• Ensure precise and prompt entry of vendor invoices into ERP systems (SAP); process, reconcile, and monitor AP aging and ITBR aging reports, proactively resolving discrepancies
• Act as primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, investigating payment statuses and developing action plans to clear overdue accounts
• Guarantee strict compliance with vendor terms, purchase orders, contract conditions, and financial internal controls (e.g., three-way match); maintain accurate vendor master data in OSS
• Process weekly payment runs with thorough review and approval; develop and enforce guidelines for proper invoice handling and coding to maintain accurate general ledger expenses
• Collaborate with Senior Accountants and FP&A team to support month-end reporting and budget planning; reconcile AP subledger and general ledger accounts
• Administer the Amex P-Card program and ensure timely reconciliation with cardholders; prepare and analyze weekly/monthly reports on AP metrics, including aging, discounts captured, and Days Payable Outstanding (DPO) trends
• Identify and implement opportunities for AP automation and streamline invoice-to-pay processes; lead or participate in improvement projects and benchmark against sister companies for best practices
• Monitor and ensure prompt updates to delivery dates for unreceived goods; validate all open Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure credit memos are received and applied for all Open ZRET POs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent from an accredited university
• 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, with preference for manufacturing industry exposure
• 3+ years in a supervisory or leadership role, demonstrating strong team development capabilities
• Working knowledge of sales/use tax, 1099 reporting, and vendor compliance (e.g., Certificates of Insurance, W9s)
• Proficiency in ERP systems, with SAP experience highly preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, Power BI)
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy with unwavering commitment to integrity and operational excellence
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to engage effectively with cross-functional teams and vendors
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, deadline-driven, and continually changing environment

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5 years of progressive Accounts Payable experience in a professional accounting or finance environment, with preference for manufacturing industry background. At least 3 years of demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience in an accounting or finance function.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent discipline from an accredited university.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 75,000 to USD 100,000 per annum.

Benefits

Medical benefits (effective first of the month following start date), 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Sharing Plan, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Employee Discount and access to other LVMH Brand discounts, Domestic relocation package available, Training and career development opportunities (locally and globally)

Culture

Louis Vuitton fosters a culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, where employees contribute to one of the world’s most iconic luxury maisons. Its workplace environment combines creativity, precision, and international collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to grow within a brand that values innovation, client experience, and long-term savoir-faire.

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