Accounts Payable Supervisor

Legacy Staffing; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Legacy Staffing is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor for a leading California food production company. You will oversee daily AP operations, manage high-volume invoice processing across farming operations, materials, packaging, freight, and services, and mentor AP staff.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of full-cycle AP experience, deep knowledge of 3-way match processes, and excellent Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of full-cycle Accounts Payable experience.
• Strong knowledge of 3-way match processes.
• Excellent Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day Accounts Payable activities, including processing high-volume invoices for farming operations, raw materials, packaging, freight, and services.
• Manage weekly check runs, perform reconciliations and review and resolve 3-way match exceptions.
• Prepare AP accruals, monthly account reconciliations, KPI reports, and support month-end close processes.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to AP Specialists while acting as the primary escalation point for internal departments and vendors.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, Receiving, and Treasury teams to resolve vendor discrepancies and improve workflow efficiency.
• Support audits, ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls, and identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Leadership

Process Improvement

Tools

Excel

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established leader in food production, serving as a major grower, packer, processor, and shipper of fresh produce and premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. Headquartered in California, the company has a proud history dating back over a century. Known for high-quality products available at major retailers across North America, they are committed to operational excellence, integrity, and sustainable practices in a fast-paced farming and manufacturing environment.

What They Bring to the Table

Our client offers a stable and impactful leadership role in a respected, long-standing food production company with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture that values accuracy, teamwork, and professional growth.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with emphasis on collaboration, respect, and long-term stability

What You Bring to the Table

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor with 3-5 years of full-cycle Accounts Payable experience, strong knowledge of 3-way match processes, excellent Excel skills, and proven ability to lead and support a team. You'll oversee daily AP operations, manage high-volume invoice processing (including farming operations, raw materials, packaging, freight, and services), ensure accurate reconciliations and payments, mentor AP staff, and drive process improvements in a dynamic agricultural and manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day Accounts Payable activities, including processing high-volume invoices for farming operations, raw materials, packaging, freight, and services
• Manage weekly check runs, perform reconciliations and review and resolve 3-way match exceptions
• Prepare AP accruals, monthly account reconciliations, KPI reports, and support month-end close processes
• Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to AP Specialists while acting as the primary escalation point for internal departments and vendors
• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, Receiving, and Treasury teams to resolve vendor discrepancies and improve workflow efficiency
• Support audits, ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls, and identify opportunities for process improvements and automation

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected leader in food production where your Accounts Payable expertise and leadership skills will play a critical role in maintaining financial accuracy and operational efficiency. You'll work in a collaborative, values-driven environment that prioritizes teamwork, professional development, and long-term career stability.