Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager

Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to lead the AP department in New York, New York. This role oversees invoice processing, team performance, vendor payments, and control procedures while supporting accurate financial reporting and dependable cash flow management. The position is well suited for a hands-on leader who can guide process improvements, collaborate across departments, and contribute to broader accounting and operational needs as priorities shift.

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily accounts payable activities for a high-volume environment, ensuring invoices and payments move through the process accurately and on schedule.

• Oversee and coach two direct reports, setting clear expectations and supporting their ongoing development and productivity.

• Approve large monthly invoice volumes, expense submissions, and payment batches while confirming proper coding, authorization, and policy compliance.

• Coordinate recurring payment cycles, including check and ACH disbursements, to maintain timely and accurate vendor settlements.

• Review vendor balances, investigate exceptions, and work with internal teams and external partners to resolve billing or payment concerns.

• Maintain reliable vendor records and enforce controls around supplier setup, updates, and documentation.

• Contribute to month-end and year-end close by preparing reconciliations, supporting accruals, and supplying requested audit materials.

• Strengthen accounts payable procedures by identifying efficiency gains, improving reporting, and supporting future implementation of systems such as NetSuite or Concur when needed.

• Assist with related accounting and operational projects, including tax reporting requirements such as 1099, 1042, and applicable sales and use tax filing

Requirements

• Must have at least 5 years of accounts payable leadership responsibility in a supervisory or management capacity.

• Proven ability to manage high-volume invoice processing within a complex or multi-entity business environment.

• Strong knowledge of accounts payable workflows, internal controls, and foundational accounting principles.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the use of formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis techniques.

• Experience with ERP or AP automation platforms; exposure to NetSuite and Concur is highly valued, and implementation involvement is a strong advantage.

• Capability to oversee invoice coding, check runs, ACH activity, reconciliations, and vendor account maintenance with a high level of accuracy.

• Effective communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the flexibility to support both accounting and operational needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred

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