Why Work for KeHE?
- Full-time
- Pay Range: $57,708.00/Yr. - $84,563.00/Yr.
- Shift Days: , Shift Time:
- Benefits on Day 1
- Health/Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
- Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
- Holiday pay for company designated holidays
Overview
Good people, working with good people, for our common good.
Sound good?
KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor-is all about "good" and is growing, so there's never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we'd love to talk to you!
Primary Responsibilities
The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for leading and developing the Payables team to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient invoice processing in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls. This role serves as the primary point of contact for resolving escalated invoice and payment issues, delivering performance metrics, and driving continuous process improvement initiatives.
As with all roles at KeHE Distributors, this position is expected to uphold and promote the company's Mission, Vision, and Values in all actions and decisions.
Essential Functions
DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Partner with the A/P Manager to foster strong stakeholder relationships, improve departmental processes, and enhance team productivity.
- Lead and develop a team of Accounts Payable Specialists to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient processing of expense invoices and miscellaneous payments.
- Manage day-to-day team operations including performance feedback, training, mentoring, and participating in hiring decisions.
- Drive process improvement initiatives and promote adherence to internal policies, procedures, and controls.
- Oversee vendor account activity to ensure timely invoice approvals, accurate coding, and prompt payments.
- Investigate and resolve escalated or disputed payment issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Track and report on team performance and productivity through key metrics and data analysis.
- Support the development and communication of A/P policies, procedures, and internal control standards.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors by providing necessary documentation and insights.
- Maintain consistent attendance, promote safe work practices, and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Support the development, implementation, and communication of departmental policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Serve as a liaison for internal and external auditors by providing accurate and timely information for audits.
- Maintain consistent and reliable attendance in accordance with company expectations.
- Adhere to and promote safe work practices in the workplace.
- Protect sensitive and confidential company information in all activities.
- Perform additional duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:- Proven ability to take initiative and work independently while contributing to team and departmental goals.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Effective communicator, confident in presenting information and responding to questions across all levels of the organization.
- Collaborative mindset with experience working across departments, including regional teams and corporate leadership.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to interpret data, identify trends, and develop sound conclusions.
- Committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and professional integrity.
Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:- High school diploma or GED required; additional coursework or certification in accounting or finance is a plus.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounts payable or related finance experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting or ERP systems is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Requisition ID
2025-26921
Equal Employer Opportunity Statement
KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.