ACCOUNTS PAYABLE & PURCHASING SUPERVISOR - Anchorage

RurAL CAP

Anchorage (AK)

On-site

USD 66,726 - 82,430

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life & Supplemental Insurance

401K/Pension Plan

Flexible Spending Account/Health & Dep

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

RurAL CAP in Anchorage seeks an Accounts Payable & Purchasing Supervisor to oversee AP, purchasing, travel and card administration, and asset management, ensuring timely processing and strong internal controls.

The role leads a small team, partners with departments to support procurement while maintaining financial controls and funding compliance. This is a full-time exempt position with standard hours.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in accounts payable, purchasing, or financial operations
2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience
Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and internal controls
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Must pass state and federal background checks including fingerprints
Must be able to provide own transportation to meet work schedule requirements

Responsibilities

Oversee full accounts payable cycle: invoices and payments
Review and approve disbursements with proper documentation
Monitor aging reports and vendor payment terms
Resolve vendor issues and discrepancies
Oversee purchasing processes with internal policy compliance
Maintain procurement procedures and documentation standards
Collaborate with departments to support purchasing needs
Manage corporate travel and purchase card administration
Ensure asset tracking and lifecycle management
Maintain GAAP compliance and strong internal controls
Support audits with required documentation
Lead and develop AP, purchasing, and card staff
Identify process improvements and implement new systems

Skills

Accounts payable

Purchasing

Financial operations

Team leadership

Internal controls

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Publisher

Microsoft Outlook

ERP/financial systems

Job description

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name

Vacancy Name ACCOUNTS PAYABLE & PURCHASING SUPERVISOR - Anchorage

Vacancy No

Vacancy No VN900

Employment Type

Employment Type Full Time Exempt

Location

Location Anchorage-Central Office

Salary Range

Salary Range $66,726-$82,430 DOE

Salary Period

Salary Period Annual

Benefits As a full time, regular employee, you will be eligible to participate in the benefit programs on the first day of the month after your 60th day of employment.

Job Summary

Responsible for overseeing the organization’s accounts payable, purchasing, travel and card administration, and asset management functions. This role ensures accurate, timely processing of financial transactions while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with organizational policies and funding requirements. This position leads a small team and works cross‑functionally with departments to support efficient procurement and financial operations.

Accounts Payable Operations

Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments
Review and approve disbursements, ensuring proper documentation and coding
Monitor aging reports and ensure compliance with vendor payment terms
Resolve escalated vendor issues and discrepancies

Purchasing & Procurement Oversight

Oversee purchasing processes to ensure compliance with internal policies and funding requirements
Establish and maintain efficient procurement procedures and documentation standards
Partner with departments to support purchasing needs while maintaining financial controls
Evaluate vendor relationships and support cost‑effective purchasing strategies

Travel & Card Administration

Oversee administration of corporate travel processes and purchase card programs
Ensure compliance with travel and expense policies
Monitor and reconcile purchase card activity and resolve discrepancies
Provide guidance and training to staff on appropriate usage and documentation

Asset Management

Oversee tracking and management of organizational assets
Ensure accurate asset records, tagging, and lifecycle management
Support inventory control processes and periodic audits
Ensure compliance with grant and funding requirements related to asset management

Compliance & Internal Controls

Ensure adherence to organizational policies, GAAP principles, and regulatory requirements
Strengthen and maintain internal controls over disbursements and procurement
Support audit processes by providing documentation and responding to inquiries
Ensure proper segregation of duties and risk mitigation practices

Team Leadership & Development

Supervise, train, and develop AP, purchasing, and card administration staff
Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards
Foster a collaborative, service‑oriented team environment
Identify opportunities for cross‑training and professional development

Process Improvement & Systems

Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Support implementation and optimization of financial and procurement systems
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for AP and purchasing functions

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full‑time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or hours vary with location. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be expected.

Employment Requirements and Required Education

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprints.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in accounts payable, purchasing, or financial operations
2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience
Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and internal controls
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Responsible work ethic with reliable attendance.
Employees are expected to remain alert, attentive, and fully engaged in their responsibilities during all working hours. Sleeping while on duty is strictly prohibited.
Proven ability and willingness to be self‑directed in problem solving and decision‑making and perform basic assignments with little or no direct supervision while also working effectively as a team member.
Demonstrated intermediate level of computer skills necessary to use and create documents and reports, spreadsheets, workshop materials and slide presentations, and to enter data into intricate database programs and proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
Must keep all matters concerning participants in strictest confidence as required by HIPAA privacy and the 42 CFR, Part II confidentiality regulations.
Must be able to provide own transportation to meet work schedule requirements.