Accounts Payable Supervisor; Internal

Position Summary

This full‑time, permanent, classified position reports directly to the Procure to Pay Manager. The starting salary range is $52,920.00 to $62,892.00, most candidates beginning at $52,920.00. Employees are eligible for one day of remote work per week after a probationary period and are required to maintain consistent attendance.

This position is for internal applicants only; external applications will not be considered.

• Oversee Accounts Payable operations, maintain data accuracy, and perform reconciliations.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures for Accounts Payable business processes.
• Oversee month‑ and year‑end closing processes.
• Review and approve all payments and reports, handle vendor complaints and resolve issues with Purchasing.
• Manage district travel program, review travel documents, administer Corporate Charge Card, reconcile travel sub‑ledger, and respond to travel support tickets.
• Supervise three classified staff positions, oversee hiring, training, scheduling, performance reviews, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Complete special projects assigned by the Procure to Pay Manager, Director of Fiscal Operations, or Associate Vice President of Fiscal Services.

• At least 15 quarter or 10 semester hours of college‑level coursework in Finance, Accounting, Business, Statistics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• One to two years of professional experience in Finance, Accounting, Business, Statistics, or a related field.
• Experience applying GAAP in day‑to‑day work.

• Consent to and pass a criminal background check after a conditional offer.

• Knowledge of GAAP, FERPA, OFM regulations, RCW, SAAM, and FAM.
• Preferred knowledge of GASB fund accounting practices.
• Ability to monitor and review financial data, develop fiscal queries and reports.
• Ability to interpret and explain applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills: MS Excel, MS Word.

This is a full‑time (40 hours per week), classified, overtime‑eligible position. The position is permanent after a 6‑month probationary period. Employees may work up to one day of remote work per week after probation. Standard work hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours. The position may be reassigned between campuses or sites.

Starting salary range: $52,920.00 to $62,892.00 annually, with potential to increase to $64,440.00. Most candidates begin at $52,920.00. The compensation package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life and long‑term disability insurance, vacation, sick and personal leave, reduced tuition, and retirement benefits. Additional benefits are valued at approximately 30% of salary. Benefits information is available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Position requires indoor office work, visual concentration on detail, dexterity, precision, and tolerance for frequent noise and interruptions.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodations for the application and employment process. Requests can be made to the District Human Resources Office by calling 253‑964‑7342.

Only candidates who meet the required qualifications will be considered. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Application materials will not be returned. The application review will follow a competitive selection process based on the minimum qualifications.

Finalists must pass a pre‑employment background check, including a DOC background for contracted work. Disclosure of sexual misconduct investigations may be required. No H‑1B sponsorship. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required g‑free workplace policy applies.

Position is represented by the Washington Public Employee Association (WPEA).

The Pierce College District is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, or use of a service animal.