Accounts Payable Supervisor

LHH is seeking a highly skilled Accounts Payable (AP) Supervisor to join our client on a direct hire basis. This position will lead the AP function, drive process efficiency, and support key areas of the general ledger. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands‑on, highly manual environment, has strong problem‑solving skills, and enjoys building structure and automation in evolving processes.

The AP Supervisor will oversee daily AP operations, partner closely with accounting leadership, and directly manage one employee.

• Oversee full-cycle AP, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations.
• Manage and mentor one AP team member, providing coaching, training, and performance oversight.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for AP-related inquiries, vendor issues, and internal department requests.
• Review and approve invoices, payment batches, and account reconciliations.
• Identify inefficiencies in current AP workflows and lead initiatives to streamline manual processes.
• Develop and implement automated solutions using advanced Excel tools, templates, and formulas.
• Assist with the evaluation and implementation of AP systems or process enhancements to reduce manual workload.
• Perform monthly AP-related GL reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.

• 3–5+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience, with prior supervisory or lead responsibilities preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, complex formulas, and data manipulation.
• Demonstrated experience working in environments with manual processes and a passion for building structure and automation.
• Solid understanding of general ledger accounting, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills across vendor and internal teams.