Accounts Payable Supervisor

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.
LSSI is hiring a full-time Accounts Payable Accounting Supervisor, Monday through Friday. Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the accounts payable function, including operational processing, compliance, and staff supervision. The role ensures adherence to organizational policies, government regulations, and established accounting standards.

Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Salary $75,000-$85,000/Annually.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Maintain and manage MS Dynamics GP or Dynamics 365 accounts payable database of vendors, vouchers and checks.
• Prepare, review and process checks, prechecks, and positive pay submissions.
• Lead monthly AP close process and ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Train LSSI staff throughout the state of Illinois on voucher entry and corrections.
• Resolve AP issues and provide guidance to senior management on payment cycles and related policy considerations.
• Provide direct supervision, training, support, review, and evaluation for AP staff.
• Responsible for month-end journal entry preparation and approvals.
• Responsible for balance sheet reconciliation preparation and approvals.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or higher in accounting or other related field preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience in a centralized AP Department required.
• Experience supporting or participating in the implementation of an accounting system preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of AP processed and functions required.
• Solid math and analytical skills required.
• MS Dynamics GP/Dynamics 365 experience preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related software tools required.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $75,000 - $85,000