Supervisor, Accounts Payable

 Salary Range: $62,249.00 - $93,373.00 

 

 

Position Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Accounts Payable Supervisor to help lead our AP function and drive operational excellence in cash disbursements. This role will oversee day-to-day AP operations, ensure accuracy and compliance in vendor payments, and support broader finance objectives through streamlined processes and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

 

Team Leadership & Oversight

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small Accounts Payable team; set clear goals and performance expectations.
• Review team output for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies.
• Drive team engagement through regular feedback and performance development.

Vendor & Cash Management

• Maintain strong vendor relationships, optimizing terms and supporting cash retention goals.
• Oversee timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments.
• Coordinate with AP Manager, Controller, and VP Finance on company-wide disbursement strategies.

Process Optimization & Compliance

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure efficiency, internal controls, and compliance.
• Collaborate with AP Manager to redesign and streamline AP processes to reduce cycle times and improve vendor service levels.
• Define and enforce cash disbursement approval workflows in line with company authority limits.

Reporting & Analysis

• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly reports for financial and management visibility.
• Track and report on AP KPIs, including invoice cycle time, discount capture, and payment accuracy.
• Prepare monthly accruals and ensure timely month-end close.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a strategic AP partner to internal teams including Supply Chain, Logistics, Sales, and Finance leadership.
• Participate in system upgrades or ERP optimization projects related to AP.

Qualifications, Skills and Education:

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of AP processes, internal controls, and cash management strategies.
• Proven ability to lead a team and build effective vendor relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX and Crystal Reports or similar ERP/reporting tools.
• Familiarity with GSA, SPIFFs, and commission payment processes is a plus.

Perks and Benefits:

We hope that you’re excited by the possibilities that come along with working at Exemplis! With us, TEAM comes first.  We bring integrity, passion, and excellence to work each day.  Being part of our team means living our core values and thriving in an environment of constant innovation and positive change.

In addition to our unique culture, we also offer these fun perks and benefits.

• Competitive Salary: Our compensation philosophy is to be externally competitive, internally fair, and not win or lose on compensation. Salary ranges are developed with the support of national benchmarks and industry best practices that adjusts to your cost of labor,