Accounts Payable Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead daily payment operations and support a high-performing accounts payable department in Glen Allen, Virginia. This contract to hire position will oversee core accounts payable activities, strengthen controls, and help improve processes that support accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate brings leadership capability, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across teams while maintaining reliable documentation and procedures. The Accounts Payable Supervisor will work a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the daily workflow of the accounts payable team, ensuring invoices, payments, expense items, and related ledger entries are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Review payables activity across the organization and its subsidiaries, confirming approvals, coding, tax treatment, discounts, and cost allocations are correct before processing.

• Monitor invoice review and batch controls to maintain strong internal safeguards and consistent expense processing practices for all entities.

• Partner with department colleagues to refine procedures, recommend more efficient ways of working, and promote cross-training so coverage is available when needed.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps, assisting with implementation changes, and maintaining clear operational documentation.

• Keep departmental procedures current and aligned with established policy and governance standards while reinforcing compliance in day-to-day operations.

• Oversee timely and accurate completion of annual 1099 reporting and provide support for internal and external audit requests.

• Investigate and resolve payment-related issues involving employees, vendors, and accounting records, and assist with integrating new entities into accounts payable processes when required.

• Associate degree in Accounting or comparable hands-on experience in accounts payable or accounting operations.

• At least 2 years of Accounts Payable Supervisor experience.

• Proven ability to guide others, coordinate team activities, and contribute to hiring and staff support efforts.

• Familiarity with automated accounts payable platforms; experience with Concur is preferred.

• Solid understanding of invoice processing, general ledger coding, expense activity, and basic accounting controls.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills with attention to accuracy and compliance.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications, along with effective keyboard and 10-key skills.

• Adaptable team-oriented approach with the ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a changing environment.