Supervisor, Accounts Payable

Salary Range: $62,249.00 - $93,373.00 Position Summary: This is a hybrid role, with three days per week (Tue, Wed, Thu) onsite at our Cypress, CA headquarters and two days working remote. We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Accounts Payable Supervisor to help lead our AP function and drive operational excellence in cash disbursements. This role will oversee day-to-day AP operations, ensure accuracy and compliance in vendor payments, and support broader finance objectives through streamlined processes and strong cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Team Leadership & Oversight • Lead, mentor, and develop a small Accounts Payable team; set clear goals and performance expectations. • Review team output for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies. • Drive team engagement through regular feedback and performance development. Vendor & Cash Management • Maintain strong vendor relationships, optimizing terms and supporting cash retention goals. • Oversee timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments. • Coordinate with AP Manager, Controller, and VP Finance on company-wide disbursement strategies. Process Optimization & Compliance • Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure efficiency, internal controls, and compliance. • Collaborate with AP Manager to redesign and streamline AP processes to reduce cycle times and improve vendor service levels. • Define and enforce cash disbursement approval workflows in line with company authority limits. Reporting & Analysis • Develop daily, weekly, and monthly reports for financial and management visibility. • Track and report on AP KPIs, including invoice cycle time, discount capture, and payment accuracy. • Prepare monthly accruals and ensure timely month-end close. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Serve as a strategic AP partner to internal teams including Supply Chain, Logistics, Sales, and Finance leadership. • Participate in system upgrades or ERP optimization projects related to AP. Qualifications, Skills and Education: Required Qualifications • 5+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable in a manufacturing setting, with 1+ years in a supervisory role. • High school diploma or equivalent. • Strong understanding of AP processes, internal controls, and cash management strategies. • Proven ability to lead a team and build effective vendor relationships. • Experience in true manufacturing environment, processing invoices for raw materials and components (not finished goods). • Proficent in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, etc.). • Must be able to work onsite 3 days a week (Tue, Wed, Thu) at our Cypress, CA headquarters. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. • 5+ years in a supervisory role. • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX and Crystal Reports or similar ERP/reporting tools. • Familiarity with GSA, SPIFFs, and commission payment processes is a plus. Perks and Benefits: We hope that you’re excited by the possibilities that come along with working at Exemplis! With us, TEAM comes first. We bring integrity, passion, and excellence to work each day. Being part of our team means living our core values and thriving in an environment of constant innovation and positive change. In addition to our unique culture, we also offer these fun perks and benefits. • Competitive Salary: Our compensation philosophy is to be externally competitive, internally fair, and not win or lose on compensation. Salary ranges are developed with the support of national benchmarks and industry best practices that adjusts to your cost of labor, years of relevant experience, skill set, and education. • Hybrid Work Schedule: We support employee needs and their work/life balance so we offer the flexibility to work remotely while being onsite as needed for “collaboration days.” • Health Insurance: We offer a variety of health insurance options (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for all of our team members. Eligible the first month following your start date. • 401(k): We match 100% up to 3% and then 50% of the next 2% deferred. • Time Off: Taking time off to recharge is a must whether it is for your personal health or vacation; paid time off starts accruing day 1! • Observed Holidays: 10 company observed holidays: New Years, Martin Luther King, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day. • Employee Discounts: We offer discounts to our employee across all of our product lines. • Hit our Numbers Lunch: When we hit our monthly milestones, we all celebrate! • Tuition Scholarships: Partnership with UMASS Global for 10%-20% off tuition for you and/or your family. About Us: It all started in a small warehouse in California with just three employees, a fax machine and a bell that rang out every time a chair came down the conveyor belt. Over 25 years later, Exemplis continues to lead, innovate and disrupt an array of industries through its growing family of brands — including SitOnIt Seating, Timbuk2, X-Chair, Maverick, Mavix, Edloe Finch, and Albany Park. From sustainable manufacturing to outreach programs and more, we strive to make a positive impact on everyone we serve. We make sure our people (and their communities) are at the core of our organization. To make a difference, we must be a champion of diversity, inclusion, service and social justice — above all else. Are you ready to be a part of something special? We have headquarters, offices and retail stores across the U.S. (plus a variety of flexible work opportunities). Learn more and apply today. Exemplis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. Read our full statement on our careers page. Apply tot his job