Accounts Payable Supervisor

CFS; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to oversee the AP function, manage a small team, and ensure timely, accurate vendor payments in a high-volume manufacturing setting.

You will strengthen internal controls, drive process improvements, coordinate month-end close with accounting and operations, and partner with leadership to optimize cash flow and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including supervisory or team lead responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of AP processes, internal controls, and general accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Sage, Dynamics, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms, along with advanced Excel skills.
• Manufacturing, food production, agriculture, distribution, or high-volume transactional accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing and vendor payments.
• Review invoice coding, approvals, and payment runs to maintain compliance with company policies and internal controls.
• Lead, train, and develop accounts payable staff while monitoring workload distribution and performance.
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Partner with accounting leadership on month-end close activities, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Accounts payable

Leadership

Excel

ERP systems

Tools

Sage

Dynamics

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 DOE

Location: Bakersfield, CA (Onsite)

A well-established food production company in Bakersfield is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee its accounts payable function. With a strong footprint across California and a reputation for operational excellence, this organization plays a critical role in supporting the agricultural supply chain. The Accounts Payable Supervisor will ensure accurate and timely payment processing while leading a team that directly impacts vendor relationships, cash management, and financial accuracy.

The Opportunity

Continued growth and increasing transaction volume have created the need for a dedicated leader within the accounting department. This role will oversee the full accounts payable cycle, provide guidance to AP staff, and partner closely with accounting and operations leadership. It's a great opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, mentoring team members, and maintaining strong financial controls in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Supervise the daily accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing and vendor payments
• Review invoice coding, approvals, and payment runs to maintain compliance with company policies and internal controls
• Lead, train, and develop accounts payable staff while monitoring workload distribution and performance
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and maintain positive vendor relationships
• Partner with accounting leadership on month-end close activities, reporting, and process improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including supervisory or team lead responsibilities
• Strong understanding of AP processes, internal controls, and general accounting principles
• Experience with ERP systems such as Sage, Dynamics, Oracle, SAP, or similar accounting platforms, along with advanced Excel skills
• Manufacturing, food production, agriculture, distribution, or high-volume transactional accounting experience preferred

Why This Role Stands Out

• Stable and growing organization with a long-standing presence in the Bakersfield market
• Opportunity to lead a critical accounting function and drive process improvements
• High visibility with accounting and operational leadership teams
• Collaborative culture that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who can balance leadership responsibilities with day-to-day operational oversight. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build effective relationships across departments while maintaining a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact while continuing to grow professionally, this could be the right next step.

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