Supervisor, Accounts Payable

Overview

This role supervises end-to-end accounts payable (AP) operations, supporting margin improvement and aligning vendor payments with project/client economics in an integrated digital/AI agency environment.

Responsibilities

• Own AP operations, including invoice intake, coding, approvals, 3-way match, payment runs, and month-end close.
• Develop AP policies, service level agreements (SLAs), and controls for a multi-business-unit, project-based revenue model.
• Ensure vendor invoices properly map to jobs/campaigns so margin and EBIT can be tracked.
• Partner with project management and delivery studios on cost coding and vendor allocation.
• Coordinate with account leaders and FP&A on cash forecasting and working capital optimization.
• Lead the design and continuous improvement of AP workflows and tooling, including automation and dashboards.
• Manage vendor onboarding, master data, compliance documentation, and regulatory alignment.
• Oversee AP subledger reconciliation, resolve discrepancies, and support audits.
• Establish and track AP KPIs, including cycle times, discounts, aging, and disputes.
• Collaborate with procurement and legal on contracts for digital partners, freelancers, and tech vendors.
• Support integration activities by harmonizing AP processes and vendor structures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 5–8+ years of progressive AP experience in agency, professional services, or project-based environments.
• Proven track record managing AP teams and owning end-to-end processes, controls, and close.
• Strong understanding of project/job costing and its impact on margins and EBIT.
• Proficiency with ERP/AP systems and advanced Excel; experience with automation tools preferred.
• Familiarity with healthcare/regulated industry compliance preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Not specified.

Location

• Not specified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.