Accounts Payable Supervisor

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Supervisor to join a non-profit organization in Columbus, Ohio on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role will oversee core accounts payable activities, guide a team through daily priorities, and help ensure accurate, timely payment operations. The position also plays an important part in strengthening procedures, improving visibility into AP performance, and supporting close and compliance-related activities.

Responsibilities:

+ Direct the day-to-day accounts payable function, setting priorities that support service expectations and monthly close deadlines. + Provide leadership to AP team members through training, onboarding, coaching, scheduling, and balanced assignment of work. + Manage the full invoice lifecycle, including intake, account coding, approval follow-up, matching, and resolution of processing issues. + Coordinate payment execution through checks and electronic methods while maintaining proper authorization controls and separation of responsibilities. + Maintain vendor master records, collect required tax and onboarding documentation, oversee change requests, and assist with yearly 1099 reporting activities. + Review aged payables and investigate discrepancies by working closely with suppliers and internal departments to reach timely resolution. + Support month-end responsibilities by preparing reconciliations, assisting with accrual-related items, and responding to AP and cash audit requests. + Collaborate with finance leadership to enhance workflows, document procedures, and advance automation or system-related improvements, including NetSuite-related processes. + Produce and distribute accounts payable reporting such as turnaround times, exception trends, aging analysis, and savings opportunities from payment discounts. + Contribute to broader finance projects and take on additional responsibilities as business needs arise. Requirements + Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). + 3-5 years of progressive accounts payable and/or accounting experience. + Experience coordinating AP workflows and providing guidance to others; lead or supervisory experience preferred. + Working knowledge of AP internal controls and best practices (approvals, matching, segregation of duties). + Strong communication and customer-service skills with vendors and internal partners. + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/AP systems. + Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field. + Experience in a high-volume AP environment and/or shared services model. + Experience with AP automation tools and continuous improvement (standard work, documentation, metrics). + NetSuite experience. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .