Accounts Payable Supervisor

Addison Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution company in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead a team within its AP department. This role involves managing day-to-day functions, driving operational efficiency, and fostering a collaborative team environment for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience.
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
• Solid understanding of PO-based invoice processing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day AP functions related to merchandise.
• Supervise a team of 4–6 AP processors.
• Implement and support automation initiatives within the AP workflow.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Payable (AP) Supervisor

Location: Philadelphia, PA (Northeast)

Pay: $75,000 – $85,000 annually

About Our Client:

Addison Group is working with a leading distribution company in Philadelphia that is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead a team within its AP department. This is a direct hire opportunity offering strong growth potential and the chance to implement process improvements in a high-volume, team-oriented environment.

Job Description:

The AP Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day AP functions related to merchandise, managing a team of processors, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring timely and accurate payments. This role plays a key part in maintaining internal controls and supporting both vendor relationships and interdepartmental collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise a team of 4–6 AP processors handling high-volume merchandise invoices
• Monitor invoice processing to ensure accuracy, timely payments, and discount capture
• Coordinate with internal departments to resolve discrepancies related to vendor payments
• Implement and support automation initiatives within the AP workflow and ERP system
• Identify and train staff on areas for improvement or system usage optimization
• Maintain and analyze KPIs to track team performance and provide reporting to leadership
• Assist with issue resolution, invoice backlog, and escalations as needed
• Support the annual audit process and ensure compliance with company financial policies
• Lead process improvement discussions and contribute to internal control development
• Foster a collaborative team environment and coach staff for ongoing development

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience, preferably in a distribution or inventory-heavy environment
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity
• Solid understanding of PO-based invoice processing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting software
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact across departments and vendors
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced setting

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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