Accounts Payable Supervisor

Pinellas County Government

Experience: 7+ yrs
Location: Clearwater, Florida, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

Workday
ERP systems

About the role

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Location: 14 S Ft. Harrison Ave., Clearwater, FL

Schedule: Monday - Friday, some remote work after training

This leadership role performs oversight of the Accounts Payable operations, supervising a team responsible for vendor management, invoice processing, employee expense reimbursements, p-card administration, and/or specialized disbursement functions such as construction pay applications.

This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timelines of disbursement activities, while maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls. The Supervisor oversees day-to-day operations, supports process standardization, and drives continuous improvement across Accounts Payable functions.

Work includes managing staff across multiple functional levels (Technician, Specialist, and Analyst), resolving complex operational and compliance issues, and partnering with departments, vendors, and system stakeholders to support compliant, effective and efficient procure-to-pay processes. This role also supports system optimization and organizational initiatives, including ERP implementation and ongoing enhancements.

What Would You Do?

Supervises daily Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and related transactions in compliance with policies, contracts, and regulatory requirements

Oversees one or more functional areas, which may include:

Vendor onboarding, tax reporting, and maintenance

Employee expense reimbursement and accountable plan compliance

Purchasing-Card administration, monitoring, and audit

General Payable Items including construction applications pre-audit and processing

Ensures adherence to internal controls, documentation standards, and audit requirements, maintaining readiness for internal and external audits

Reviews and approves complex or high-risk transactions, resolving discrepancies and escalating issues as needed

Manages supplier relationships and serves as a point of escalation for vendor inquiries, payment issues and compliance matters

Oversees 1099 reporting processes, including validation, reconciliation, and compliance with Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requirements

Monitors operational metrics (e.g., processing timelines, exception rates, audit findings) and implements process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Leads efforts to standardize workflows and improve automation within financial systems in coordination with system administrators and project teams

Provides guidance, training, and support to staff and departments on Accounts Payable policies, procedures, and system processes

Supervises, develops, and evaluates staff, including assigning work, managing performance, and supporting professional development

Supports organizational change initiatives, including ERP implementation and ongoing system optimization

Assists in the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and internal controls related to disbursement operations

Performs other related duties as assigned

What Do You Need To Have?

Education and Experience:

Seven (7) years of progressively responsible accounting or financial operations experience, including at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience, and including government accounting experience; or

Associate’s degree (or two (2) years of college-level coursework) plus five (5) years of relevant experience; or

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field plus three (3) years of relevant experience;

Master’s degree in a related field plus (1) year of relevant experience; or

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Ability to work varied schedules, including during emergency or disaster situations

Additional role-specific requirements may apply

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of procure-to-pay processes, including invoice pre-auditing and processing, disbursements, and financial controls

Knowledge of Accounts Payable functional areas such as vendor management, expense reimbursement, p-Card administration, and/or construction disbursements

Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including IRS reporting requirements (e.g., 1099)

Knowledge of financial ERP systems (e.g., Workday) and related modules

Ability to interpret and apply policies, contracts, and regulatory requirements to financial transactions

Ability to analyze operational workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement process improvements

Ability to review and resolve complex financial discrepancies with sound judgment and attention to detail

Ability to supervise, coach, and develop staff across multiple functional levels

Ability to manage competing priorities and ensure timely completion of work in a high-volume environment

Ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, vendors, and leadership

Ability to support and lead change in a dynamic, evolving environment, including ERP transformation initiatives

Our benefits rank among the top in the area!

Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options.
We have deferred compensation programs and wellness centers to name a few perks. Check out these and more!

Want To Learn More?

Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.

Finance Operations Supervisor CCC, 150

About Pinellas County Government

Administering public services and infrastructure for Pinellas County residents.

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