Accounts Payable Supervisor

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Supervisor is under the direct supervision of the Controller/AVP of Finance. Oversee the day-to-day work of AP staff and coordinate the processing of AP transactions such as vendor invoices and expense reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: (3) + years of progressive AP experience and (2) years Supervisory experience. Proficient in MS Office, specifically Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills (Preferred). Experience in healthcare (Preferred). Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with staff accountants and vendors. Must have the ability to meet deadlines and follow through on work assignments through completion, in a fast-fast paced work environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good presentation skills for educating internal clients on accounting principles. Good planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work. Must be detail oriented. GENERAL STATEMENT OF FUNCTIONS: Supervise daily AP processing staff and managing workload. Ensure all disbursements are timely made in compliance with company policies and procedures, i.e., properly authorized and substantiated. Oversee the release of funds both via paper checks and electronically. Responsible for accounts payable reconciliations. Supervise the processing, scheduling and prioritizing of accounts payable functions, in addition to developing, implementing and maintaining all systems in accordance with existing company policies and procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Manages accounts payable, ensures accuracy and timeliness. Makes recommendations to improve payment process. Manage Unclaimed Property including meeting escheatment deadlines. Manages vendor database, ensuring vendor data is accurate and updated. Resolve vendor issues.