Accounts Payable Supervisor

BerryDunn — Assurance, Tax and Consulting; Maine; On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BerryDunn is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead AP services for multiple outsourced clients, supervising a team and owning approval workflows across various client environments. The role is based in Portland, ME or another Northeast office with minimal travel.

You will manage onboarding, vendor payments, controls, and 1099 activities while coaching staff to high standards of accuracy and service. Strong Excel, communication, and vendor compliance are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive AP experience with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• BS in Accounting, Finance, or Business; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Experience in outsourced accounting, client services, or multi-entity environments preferred.
• Proven communication skills with client stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead AP services for multiple outsourced clients and supervise a team.
• Own invoice approval workflow across client engagements and review coding.
• Review and release client payment runs, verify banking details and approvals.
• Oversee AP inboxes and escalation queues with same-day triage.
• Train staff and build cross-coverage across clients.
• Assist with 1099 preparation, vendor data cleanup, and W-9 validation.
• Maintain and improve AP policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Skills

AP supervision

Client relations

Advanced Excel

Internal controls

Multi-entity experience

Education

BS in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Sage Intacct

Bill.com

RAMP

Job description

Overview

BerryDunn is seeking a qualified Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead the delivery of accounts payable services on behalf of multiple outsourced accounting clients. This individual will supervise a team of accounting assistants, own approval and payment workflows across multiple client environments, and serve as the day-to-day client relationship owner for AP. The ideal candidate brings exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment around approval authority, and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with client stakeholders ranging from office managers to business owners. They will handle highly confidential information across multiple client entities, prioritize and reprioritize a fast-moving workload, and coach team members to a high standard of accuracy and service. This position will be based in our Portland, ME headquarters or our Manchaster NH, Waltham, MA or New Haven, CT office.

Travel Expectations

This role requires minimal travel, less than 10% per year.

You Will

• Serve as the primary AP point of contact for multiple assigned clients, building trusted relationships and ensuring service levels are consistently met.
• Lead client onboarding for new AP engagements, including chart of accounts mapping, vendor master migration, and SOP documentation tailored to each client.
• Own the invoice approval workflow across multiple client engagements—reviewing coding, GL classification, supporting documentation.
• Review and release client payment runs (ACH, wire, check, and vendor portals), confirming vendor banking details, duplicate-payment checks, and proper segregation of duties for each client.
• Oversee client AP inboxes and escalation queues, ensuring same-day triage.
• Train staff on client-specific procedures, systems, and approval requirements; build cross-coverage so no single client is dependent on one team member.
• Assist with annual 1099 preparation and filing across the client portfolio, including vendor master data cleanup and W-9 validation throughout the year.
• Maintain and continuously improve AP policies, procedures, and internal controls; document SOPs and identify automation opportunities across the practice.
• Operate fluently across multiple client accounting and AP platforms (including QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, Bill.com, RAMP and similar tools).

You Have

• 5+ years of progressive AP experience, including at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory capacity; experience in an outsourced accounting, client-services, or multi-entity environment strongly preferred.
• BS in Accounting, Finance, or Business; equivalent professional experience considered.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of AP internal controls, segregation of duties, and approval authority frameworks.
• Hands-on experience across multiple accounting and AP platforms (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, Bill.com, RAMP); ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Working knowledge of 1099 reporting and vendor compliance.
• Proven client service skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with client stakeholders at all levels, manage expectations, and resolve issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain strict data segregation across client engagements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations); strong overall Microsoft Office proficiency.

Compensation Details

The base salary range targeted for this role is $70,000 - $80,000. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on factors such as company and personal performance. This salary range represents BerryDunn's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications more than the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply, and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

BerryDunn Benefits & Culture

Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn.

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. Please contact [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP, independently owned entities, provide services. Since 1974, BerryDunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm.

BerryDunn is a client-centered, people-first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. The firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.