Accounts Payable Supervisor

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 59,322 - 96,762; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Discounts

Job summary

The University of Missouri Health Care is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to oversee daily AP operations and lead staff to ensure timely, accurate invoice processing and payments. The role emphasizes strong internal controls and collaboration with procurement and finance teams.

This on-site position in Columbia, MO focuses on process optimization, using automation and AI within ERP systems to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related area or equivalent experience.
• Two years of experience in cost analysis, statistics, payroll, accounts payable, or related area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily accounts payable operations, including invoice processing and payment runs.
• Review invoices, payment batches, and disbursements for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Ensure timely invoice/payment processing per terms and standards.
• Maintain internal controls to mitigate financial risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities including accruals and reconciliations.

Skills

Cost analysis

Statistics

Payroll

Accounts payable

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Workday

Oracle

PeopleSoft

Job description

Job Details

• Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Work Arrangement: On‑Site
• Department: Finance
• Facility: Quarterdeck Building, 2401 Lemone Industrial Blvd, Columbia, MO 65201
• Compensation: Base Pay Range: $59,322 – $96,762 per year, based on experience

About the Job

The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and financial transactions. This role provides leadership, direction, and oversight to accounts payable staff while ensuring compliance with organizational policies, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements. The position plays a key role in optimizing processes, leveraging technology, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. The supervisor supports continuous improvement initiatives, including the use of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) tools within enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Employee Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

Detailed Job Description

• Supervise daily accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor management.
• Review and approve invoices, payment batches, and disbursements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices and payments in accordance with contractual terms and organizational standards.
• Monitor and enforce internal controls related to accounts payable processes to mitigate financial risk.
• Resolve escalated issues related to vendors, invoices, discrepancies, and payment delays.
• Coordinate and support month‑end and year‑end closing activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Analyze accounts payable metrics and performance indicators to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, and departmental leaders to streamline procure‑to‑pay processes.
• Develop, implement, and document standard operating procedures for accounts payable functions.
• Support audits by preparing documentation and responding to internal and external auditor inquiries.

Process Improvement and Technology Optimization

• Lead initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounts payable processes.
• Support implementation and optimization of ERP systems and accounts payable technologies.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities, including workflow tools and electronic invoicing.
• Leverage AI‑enabled tools within ERP environments to enhance invoice processing, anomaly detection, and data validation.
• May complete unit/department‑specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired.
• Two (2) years of experience in cost analysis, statistics, payroll, accounts payable, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
• Four (4) or more years of progressive experience in accounts payable, accounting, or finance operations.
• Two (2) or more years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, internal controls, and financial systems.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle, PeopleSoft).
• Experience with AI‑enabled tools within ERP or financial systems for automation and process optimization.
• Knowledge of healthcare financial operations and regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance activities.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.