Accounts Payable Supervisor

RGP (Resources Connection); Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Irvine is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to oversee the North America A/P function. This role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Professional development program

21 days of Paid Time Off per year

8 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in accounts payable or related role.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and GAAP.
• Experience in a mid-to-large company environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the A/P function.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of A/P transactions.
• Lead month-end and year-end close tasks.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Organizational

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

The Accounts Payable Supervisor oversees the North America Accounts Payable (A/P) function and leads a team of two A/P Specialists. Reporting to the Manager of Operational Accounting, this hands-on role ensures the timely, accurate, and compliant processing of A/P transactions. The Supervisor serves as a key liaison among internal departments, external auditors, and business partners, while driving process improvements and maintaining a strong internal control environment.

What You Will Work On

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the A/P function and manage two Accounts Payable Specialists.
• Monitor workload distribution and recommend task reallocation or process changes to improve efficiency.
• Maintain and enhance A/P workflows and processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure vendor contracts are in place and appropriately maintained throughout the A/P cycle.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of A/P transactions, including appropriate general ledger (GL) coding in accordance with the Company’s legal entity and cost center structure.
• Oversee vendor setup, maintenance, and annual 1099 reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies for invoice processing, wire/ACH payments, AMEX payment cards, and check disbursements.
• Enforce internal policies and procedures, and recommend updates when needed.
• Lead month-end and year-end close tasks, including accruals and reconciliation.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis of expense categories when necessary.
• Utilize technology to streamline processes and reduce operational costs.
• Maintain tax and regulatory compliance and support a strong internal control environment.
• Support internal and external audit requests during quarter-end and year-end.
• Set clear and attainable performance goals for team members; coach, train, and provide constructive feedback.
• Manage disbursement compilation and ensure proper approvals prior to payment release.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of vendor statements and resolution of discrepancies.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting role.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and GAAP.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
• Experience in a mid-to-large company environment ($500M+ revenue, multi-location) preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis).
• Experience with ERP systems (Workday preferred).
• Knowledge of wire and ACH disbursement processes.

What You Can Expect

• Base Pay Range: $70,000 - $88,000
• Other Compensation: Incentive Compensation
• All Compensation is commensurate with employee qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase plan, Professional development program, 21days of Paid Time Off per year, 8 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required)

What We Do

At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.

Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It’s time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently with RGP.

RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.

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