Sprague is passionate about delivering the diverse products and programs that warm, power and move the world. We keep homes warm through Northeastern winters and hospitals cool through summer. We help small businesses focus on serving their communities, and our renewable fuels keep our country's infrastructure running. From importing wind energy components to deploying leading-edge solar technology to help power terminal facilities, we are committed to continually evolving to meet our customers' changing energy needs.

Our Culture

We recently surveyed our employees to ask them their favorite part of the job. They answered, "The people I work with."

In addition to great coworkers, you'll enjoy perks like medical benefits and retirement contributions that start on your first day. Employees start with three weeks (15 days) of paid vacation time per year! Sprague also provides tuition reimbursement for any employee that would like to further their education. Do you like to get involved where you work? Is giving back important to you? It's important to us, too! Sprague donates back to the communities in which we live and work every year and provides opportunities for employees to support various charities throughout the year. In addition, Sprague offers paid volunteer time to allow employees to support charities which are meaningful to them in the communities in which they live. Sprague has a range of committees to support varying initiatives (Sustainability, Charitable, Scholarship, Innovation, FunForce, etc.). Sprague is a place that cares about its employees, its community, and about creating a place where people want to come to work every day.

Plus, we have some great benefits!

• 401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with employer match of 100% of the first 6% of the employee's contribution
• Defined Contribution Plan with an automatic contribution from Sprague
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Flexible Working Policy
• Choice of high deductible and PPO Health Plans to fit your individual needs
• Wellness Program

We want to hear from you!

Our Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments to vendors and suppliers. Your primary duties will include verifying the authenticity of invoices, ensuring proper coding, coordinating payments according to established terms, and managing corporate credit card program. Additionally, you'll reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and manage month-end closing activities. You will provide leadership and training guidance to AP Associate employees, leveraging comprehensive knowledge of AP systems and processes. Supervisor experience is required, so if you are a proven supervisor and have 5+ year's experience in the AP industry, we are looking for you! This role will manage and prepare month-end journal entries for accounts payable as well as prepare month-end accounts payable account reconciliations as appropriate. If you have great attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment this is the role for you!

• In a timely manner review, process and file accounts payable invoices.
• Process wire transfers and net-outs.
• Reporting of Form W9 and 1099 information.
• Research and resolve accounts payable invoice problems.
• Manage the Credit Card Management process.
• Work closely with the AP Manager to deepen your understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from the manager to enhance your skills in processing complex transactions.
• Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and professional development to grow in your role.

This opportunity is based in Portsmouth, NH.

Do you like to solve problems and consider yourself forward thinking? If you are looking for a place to challenge yourself, then Sprague is your place. Sprague employees are dedicated and driven. We work best as a team, knowing that collaboration leads to innovation and the best customer experience. We are looking for hardworking colleagues to join us and help us stay at the forefront of the energy industry, which is where we've been for the last 150 years.

Qualified candidates for this role will have the following:

• 5+ years of Accounts Payable work experience, with supervisory experience.
• Post secondary education preferred.
• Proven experience effectively supervising a team.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., JDE, Medius) is required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and work professionally with customers, vendors and employees.
• Excellent communication skills
• Process-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Who we are:

Sprague takes a collaborative, customer-centric approach to providing best-in-class energy products and related services throughout the Northeast. Founded in 1870, we pride ourselves on offering customers the expert solutions and high-quality service that help their businesses thrive in any market landscape. Sprague values innovation, safety, integrity and people. We know that our people are what set us apart from our competition, and we work hard to make sure each employee across our 20+ locations knows how important they are to our community.

Come join us to learn why we are consistently celebrating 20-, 30-, and even 40-year anniversaries here at Sprague!

Sprague is an EEO/AA employer. We strongly encourage minorities, females, Vets and individuals with disabilities to apply.

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