Accounts Payable Supervisor

📋 Description

• • As the Accounts Payable Supervisor at Stitch Fix, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) lifecycle. This includes critical areas such as Inventory AP, Non-Inventory AP, Travel & Expenses (T&E), and comprehensive Vendor Management. You will be a key leader, ensuring that all payable operations are executed with the utmost accuracy, timeliness, and compliance, directly contributing to the broader strategic financial objectives of Stitch Fix.
• • This is a dynamic and hands-on leadership opportunity where you will be responsible for the development and guidance of a team of AP Processors, Coordinators, and Analysts. Your leadership will foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement, driving the team to achieve high performance standards.
• • You will serve as the primary point of contact for process-related inquiries and escalated issues, ensuring consistent application of policies and efficient workflow management across the AP function. Your expertise will be crucial in resolving complex problems and maintaining operational integrity.
• • A significant aspect of this role involves partnering closely with technical teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system-related challenges. This includes managing supplier and banking setups, ensuring seamless EDI integrations, and optimizing ERP functionalities to support AP processes.
• • You will be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing AP policies and procedures, contributing to the development of a scalable, efficient, and compliant operational framework. This includes documenting end-to-end processes and recommending enhancements that bolster business continuity and operational efficiency.
• • Ensuring adherence to SOX compliance and internal control requirements is paramount. You will oversee that all AP processes, from supplier registration and invoice approval to payment workflows, meet these stringent standards.
• • Collaboration is key in this role. You will work closely with a variety of cross-functional partners, including Vendor Operations, Procurement, SOX compliance teams, Accounting, and Merchandising. This collaboration is essential for resolving discrepancies, managing approvals for transactions that fall outside standard thresholds, and ensuring smooth business operations.
• • You will actively participate in and lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for AP-related system changes, upgrades, or new implementations. Your validation of system functionality will be critical in identifying and implementing improvements.
• • A crucial part of your responsibility will be to review AP aging and outstanding balances in coordination with disbursement schedules. This oversight will directly support optimized cash flow planning and prioritization, contributing to the company's financial health.
• • You will be responsible for generating actionable reports and providing insightful analysis to support data-driven decision-making. These insights will be vital for identifying trends, measuring performance, and driving continuous process improvement initiatives.
• • This role requires a proactive and organized approach, with a strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple deliverables effectively within a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will need to balance the details of daily operations with the broader strategic vision.
• • You will partner with the AP Manager or Director on strategic planning activities, assist with hiring processes, manage team performance, and contribute to the execution of broader finance department initiatives. Your input will be valuable in shaping the future of the AP function.
• • You will be a champion for efficiency and continuous improvement, always seeking opportunities to leverage technology and data to streamline processes and enhance accuracy within the AP function.
• • You will be expected to guide your team through evolving priorities, resolve escalated issues with precision, and identify automation or optimization opportunities that align with strategic Finance initiatives. A successful candidate will bring a proactive mindset, deep knowledge of AP workflows and ERP/EDI systems, and the ability to lead through both the details and the big picture.
• • Ultimately, you will contribute to Stitch Fix's mission by ensuring the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the Accounts Payable department, supporting the company's growth and success.