About the Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager Role at Robert Half

Join Robert Half's esteemed client in Charlotte, North Carolina, as an Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager. This pivotal leadership position sits at the heart of a dynamic, fast-paced organization, where you'll spearhead a high-performing Accounts Payable (AP) function. As AP Manager, you'll drive operational excellence, foster team growth, and champion continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal for hands-on leaders passionate about AP process optimization, vendor management, and financial accuracy, this role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on working capital management and cross-functional efficiency.

In this full-time position, you'll oversee daily AP operations while implementing cutting-edge automation and digitization strategies. With Charlotte's thriving business landscape, this opportunity positions you at the forefront of finance innovation in one of the Southeast's fastest-growing metros. Robert Half places top talent in roles like this, ensuring you thrive in a supportive environment focused on career advancement and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Leadership

• Direct end-to-end AP operations, from invoice receipt and validation to accurate, timely payment processing in line with approval workflows and documentation standards.
• Lead and mentor AP teams and vendor setup specialists, emphasizing robust vendor validation protocols and proactive fraud-risk mitigation strategies.
• Review high-volume payment runs, verifying proper general ledger coding, policy adherence, and robust internal controls to safeguard financial integrity.

Financial Close & Reporting Excellence

• Play a critical role in month-end close processes, managing AP accruals, ledger reconciliations, and delivering insightful financial metrics and reports.
• Provide accurate AP data for weekly cash forecasting models and oversee escheatment activities to ensure compliance and liquidity optimization.

Expense & Card Program Management

• Oversee corporate expense management and payment card programs, including travel & expense (T&E), virtual cards, and purchasing cards, with hands-on monthly reconciliations and system uploads.
• Manage annual 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC processing utilizing advanced third-party software for accuracy and IRS compliance.

Compliance, Process Excellence & Partnerships

• Uphold stringent adherence to corporate policies, SOX-compliant internal controls, and federal/state regulations governing AP functions.
• Maintain comprehensive AP standard operating procedures (SOPs), conducting regular updates to reflect evolving best practices.
• Support internal audit engagements and collaborate seamlessly with compliance, procurement, HR, and operations teams to resolve discrepancies and enhance payment workflows.

Transformation & Continuous Improvement

• Champion AP transformation projects, prioritizing automation tools, digitization efforts, ERP system optimizations, and scalable process designs.
• Conduct thorough process evaluations, identifying inefficiencies and deploying data-driven enhancements to boost AP efficiency, accuracy, and team productivity.

Required Qualifications

To excel as Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager, candidates should possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years in Accounts Payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/managerial capacity leading teams in high-volume environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in AP automation, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Coupa), and fraud prevention methodologies.
• Strong financial acumen in accruals, reconciliations, cash forecasting, and 1099 compliance.
• Proven leadership in driving process improvements, with a track record of implementing scalable solutions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
• Familiarity with SOX, GAAP, and regulatory requirements in a corporate setting.

Advanced certifications like CPA, CMA, or APIC are highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

Robert Half offers unparalleled support in placing you in this rewarding Accounts Payable leadership role. Enjoy a competitive salary of $100,000-$120,000, comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional growth opportunities. Work in vibrant Charlotte, NC, with hybrid flexibility and a culture that values innovation and employee success. This is your chance to elevate your finance career with a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence. Apply today through Robert Half and transform AP operations for the better!