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Accounts Payable Supervisor - Merchandise PayablesGreater Philadelphia Area | Full-Time | On-SiteOur ClientOur client is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor - Merchandise Payables to lead the daily operations of a high-volume Accounts Payable team. This role is responsible for overseeing merchandise invoice processing, ensuring timely and accurate payments, driving process improvements, and supporting a collaborative, service-oriented accounting environment.The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, accounts payable expertise, and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced setting while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability.Responsibilities* Supervise a team of 4-6 Accounts Payable professionals responsible for merchandise-related processing* Ensure accurate and timely processing of merchandise invoices and vendor payments* Monitor team performance to maximize discount opportunities and resolve EDI exceptions promptly* Maintain working knowledge of purchase order (PO) processing and recommend improvements to internal controls* Partner with internal departments to resolve payment discrepancies and invoice issues* Provide coaching, training, and ongoing development to team members* Ensure efficient utilization of current systems and facilitate training where improvement opportunities are identified* Support and enhance automation initiatives related to merchandise processing, including system upgrades and ERP enhancements* Track, maintain, and report departmental KPIs and performance metrics* Analyze trends and communicate results to management and team members* Assist with invoice volume management and issue resolution as needed* Participate in annual audit activities and support audit requests* Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and professional accounting standardsQualifications* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred* Alternatively, 5+ years of Accounts Payable experience with demonstrated progression and leadership responsibilities* Previous supervisory or team lead experience within Accounts Payable strongly preferred* Experience working in a high-volume AP environment* Experience processing invoices for merchandise and inventoryPreferred Skills* Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes, purchase orders, invoice matching, and vendor management* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications* Experience with ERP systems and accounting software* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills* Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment* Proven leadership, training, and mentoring capabilitiesWhy Consider This Opportunity?* Join a stable and growing organization with a collaborative culture* Lead a high-performing team and help drive process improvements and automation initiatives* Gain exposure to operational and financial processes across multiple departments* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on efficiency, controls, and team development* Competitive compensation and benefits packageIf you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional with leadership experience and a passion for process improvement, we encourage you to apply today.Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $90,000.00 per yearSearch managed by: Elena PlattEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to applyTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:* The California Fair Chance Act* Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance* Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers* San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.