Accounts Payable Supervisor

Our client, a leading company in the Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) and Retail sector, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead AP operations and vendor management. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive on driving process improvements, maintaining strict controls, and leveraging automation within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily AP processes and team members, ensuring timely and accurate payment cycles.
• Manage full-cycle AP activities including 3-way invoice matching, purchase order (PO) processing, and vendor reconciliations.
• Lead vendor onboarding and ongoing maintenance; ensure compliance with company policies and tax requirements (e.g., W-9s, 1099 reporting).
• Develop, document, and refine AP policies, procedures, and training manuals for accuracy and compliance.
• Supervise vendor relationships and resolve discrepancies or payment issues.
• Ensure proper controls and segregation of duties are in place; proactively identify opportunities to improve and automate processes (EDI, workflow tools, expense reimbursements).
• Collaborate with IT and finance teams on automation initiatives and new technology implementations.
• Perform advanced account reconciliations and month-end closing AP tasks.
• Utilize Excel (including VLOOKUP, PivotTables, advanced formulas) for data analysis, reporting, and reconciliation.
• Provide oversight on expense reimbursement processes, ensuring compliance and timely payments.
• Maintain accurate records and audit trail for all AP transactions.
• Supervisory experience is a plus

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in AP supervision within CPG or Retail industry environments.
• Proven expertise in 3-way matching, purchase order processing, and vendor management.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, complex formulas).
• Experience with AP automation tools, EDI, and expense reimbursement systems strongly desired.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, compliance, and process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with proven leadership capabilities.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply today or contact me at victoria.iacoviello@roberthalf.com to discuss this opportunity and accelerate your career!