We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to oversee payment operations and support accurate, timely financial processing in Honolulu, Hawaii. This position will guide daily accounts payable activities, strengthen compliance practices, and help ensure payments to vendors, employees, and students are completed efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, sound knowledge of tax and audit requirements, and a proactive approach to improving workflows and financial systems. If you are interested in this role, please contact Melissa Tree at 808.452.0254. All inquries are confidential.
Responsibilities:
- Direct daily accounts payable and disbursement activities to maintain timely and accurate processing of financial obligations.
- Review and oversee payments issued to vendors, employees, and students while ensuring proper documentation and approval procedures are followed.
- Coordinate tax-related reporting responsibilities, including preparation and distribution of required year-end payment forms.
- Monitor adherence to internal controls, organizational policies, and applicable regulatory standards to reduce risk and support audit readiness.
- Lead, mentor, and evaluate accounts payable staff, providing training and guidance to build a high-performing team.
- Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements that enhance workflow accuracy, service levels, and system effectiveness.
- Support audits by organizing records, responding to requests, and helping maintain clear financial documentation.
- Collaborate with finance and operational partners to resolve payment issues, improve communication, and strengthen disbursement processes.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline.
- At least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in accounts payable, finance, or disbursement operations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of accounts payable practices, invoice coding, check processing, ACH payments, and compliance controls.
- Experience handling tax reporting requirements and maintaining accuracy in year-end financial documentation.
- Ability to supervise staff, delegate work effectively, and support team development.
- Familiarity with financial systems and a track record of improving operational processes.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.