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Supervisor, Accounts Payable at Mass General Brigham in Somerville-MA
Job Description
Supervisor, Accounts Payable
Location: Somerville-MA · Hybrid
Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Responsible for overseeing and managing the accounts payable functions within the organization through leading a team of accounts payable specialists, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, adhering to payment terms, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.Essential Functions
-Supervise and provide leadership to the accounts payable team, including assigning tasks, setting priorities, and monitoring performance.
-Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, purchase orders, and payment transactions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
-Review and approve high-value or complex invoices, resolving any discrepancies or issues before payment processing.
-Monitor and enforce compliance with payment terms and discount opportunities, maximizing cost savings for the organization.
-Maintain strong vendor relationships, addressing inquiries, resolving disputes, and ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments.
-Develop and implement accounts payable policies, procedures, and controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
-Conduct regular audits of accounts payable transactions, vendor records, and payment processes to identify and mitigate potential risks or errors.
Qualifications
Education
- Associate's Degree in a related field of study required
- Bachelor's Degree in finance or a related field of study preferred
Experience
- 3+ years of accounts payable experience required
- 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, payment methods, vendor management, and related controls.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, as well as relevant tax regulations and compliance requirements.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues related to accounts payable.
- Strong leadership abilities, with the capacity to motivate and develop a team, promote collaboration, and drive performance.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with vendors, internal stakeholders, and management.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Working Schedule:
- Full time, Monday - Friday eastern standard business hours
- Hybrid, onsite required 4x/month
- Remote hours require a quiet, secure, HIPAA compliant working area
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
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Pay Range
$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual
Grade
7
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.