Supervisor of Accounts Payable

Overview

The Supervisor, Accounts Payable is responsible for leading and managing the accounts payable team to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of all vendor invoices and payments. This role provides strategic oversight of AP operations, drives process improvements, and ensures adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.

• Oversees all aspects of the accounts payable function, including invoice processing, vendor management, and payment cycles, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all transactions
• Manages and develops AP team members through training, mentoring, and performance management while fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment
• Analyzes payment trends, aging reports, and cash flow forecasts to provide insights that support strategic financial decision-making
• Implements and maintains robust internal controls to ensure SOX compliance and audit readiness
• Identifies and resolves discrepancies, payment issues, and invoice disputes through effective problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration
• Drives process improvements and efficiency initiatives, including leveraging accounts payable automation tools and ERP systems to streamline operations
• Supports month-end close activities and performs account reconciliations
• Leads or participates in system implementations and change management initiatives
• Communicates regularly with vendors, internal departments, and finance leadership to ensure alignment with accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and tax-related compliance considerations

• Medical Coverage:
  We offer two comprehensive medical plans, a PPO and an HDHP, designed to prioritize the well-being of our team members
• Dental Coverage: HMO and PPO dental plans are aimed at promoting optimal oral health and reducing costs
• Vision Coverage:
  Our vision plan offers access to a wide range of in-network and out-of-network providers
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  Maximize savings and use pre-tax dollars to pay for medical and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account:
  This tax-advantaged savings account allows team members to set aside pre-tax funds to cover qualified medical expenses
• Life and AD&D Insurance:
  Comprehensive Basic and Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance offers financial protection to your family
• Disability Insurance:
  Short-term and long-term disability insurance provides wage replacement should you suffer a disability that prevents you from working
• 401K Profit Sharing Plan:
  Employees may contribute 1% to 100% of base salary up to the annual IRS maximum. Employer match provided with a 5-year vesting schedule
• Employee Assistance Program:
  Confidential service available 24/7 that provides assessment, counseling, resources and referrals to employees
• Professional Development / Educational Reimbursement Plan:
  Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate tuition, books and fees.

• The ideal candidate will combine strong accounts payable knowledge with exceptional leadership abilities to mentor team members, optimize workflows, and support the organization’s financial objectives
• Knowledge of internal controls, SOX compliance, and audit requirements
• Experience analyzing payment trends, aging reports, and supporting cash flow forecasting
• Expertise in managing accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, vendor management, and payment cycles
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities in resolving invoice and payment disputes
• Demonstrated ability to drive and implement process improvements within accounts payable operations (e.g. reducing processing times)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)
• Strong leadership and people management skills with proven ability to train, mentor, and develop team members
• Experience in a supervisory or team lead role within a high-volume AP environment
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies and payment issues
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and stakeholder communication experience
• Experience with system implementations and change management initiatives
• Background supporting month-end close activities and performing account reconciliations
• Experience in 1099 reporting and other tax needs (e.g. sales/use compliance)
• Experience supporting DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) audits