AP Supervisor

AP Supervisor 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars Tampa, FL 33609 Up to $85,000 a year Taylor White Accounting and Finance 16 reviews Up to $85,000 a year AP Supervisor | Up to $85k + Bonus Potential | Rapidly Expanding Company!

Location:

Greater Tampa Bay | On-Site | Local Candidates Only A well-established, high-volume manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to step into a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced and collaborative finance environment. This is a working supervisor position — equal parts team leader and individual contributor — ideal for someone who takes pride in both developing people and rolling up their sleeves to get the work done alongside them. The AP team is a blend of tenured employees and newer team members, creating a rich opportunity to mentor, standardize, and elevate the function from within. The incoming supervisor will have the benefit of a structured knowledge transfer from the outgoing supervisor, ensuring a thoughtful and well-supported transition into the role. The organization has been active on the acquisition front, and the team reflects that growth by making adaptability, process discipline, and the ability to bring people together around consistent standards genuinely important. This role offers meaningful cross-functional exposure across a well-run finance organization, and the right candidate will find ample opportunity to leave their mark on how the AP function operates going forward. Those who bring deep AP expertise, a natural leadership presence, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, detail-intensive environment will find this a rewarding and stable place to grow. Successful completion of background, drug, and reference checks required!

Responsibilities:

Supervise and develop a small AP team. Provide coaching, training, and day-to-day guidance on policies and complex items Process invoices independently alongside the team. This is a working supervisor role with active execution responsibilities Define, document, and implement SOPs and AP best practices across the function Oversee invoice matching processes and ensure accuracy and compliance across all payment types Guide team members on GL account coding and review for correctness prior to posting Manage vendor setup, maintenance, and documentation. Ensure full compliance with applicable tax reporting requirements Perform and oversee timely monthly reconciliations of vendor and supplier accounts Maintain and strengthen internal controls with a focus on minimizing risk and preventing fraud Ensure all internal and external inquiries are addressed professionally and within established response timeframes Compile and organize documentation in support of internal and external audit requests Assist with system testing, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives as they arise Escalate critical supplier or system issues to AP management with appropriate urgency and context

Requirements:

Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance required, Bachelor's degree highly preferred 7+ years of accounts payable experience in a high-volume environment required Existing AP supervisory or team lead experience required Manufacturing industry experience required General ledger account coding experience required Sales and use tax experience highly preferred Strong understanding of accounting principles and AP best practices Experience with a major ERP platform required Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Step into a well-supported transition with structured knowledge transfer from the outgoing supervisor Lead a collaborative, diverse team with a mix of tenured professionals and newer talent ready to be developed Cross-functional exposure across a well-established manufacturing organization with stability and momentum Competitive compensation package including base salary plus bonus potential At Taylor White, we specialize in Accounting & Finance roles in Tampa Bay. Our industry knowledge, combined with our extensive recruiting experience, means we not only know what you're looking for — we know how to find it. For more information, please visit us at www.taylorwhite.com .

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