Supervisor, Global Accounts Payable

The Accounts Payable Supervisor leads a team of AP professionals responsible for supporting a high-volume, multi-brand environment. This role oversees the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including invoice processing, payment disbursements, supplier support, 1099 reporting, unclaimed property compliance, and internal controls. 

The ideal candidate is a proven leader who can build high-performing teams, drive accountability, develop talent, and deliver operational excellence while maintaining strong financial controls and compliance standards. Expectations for AP supervisors emphasize team oversight, talent development, process ownership, measurable performance, and accountability.

This position sits within our Atlanta based Global Support Center with an expectation to be onsite 4 days per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Team Development 

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Accounts Payable professionals. 
• Establish clear goals, expectations, and accountability measures. 
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer service. 
• Conduct performance discussions, coaching sessions, and development planning. 

Promote cross-training and succession planning. 

• AP Operations & Controls 
• Oversee the full Accounts Payable lifecycle, ensuring timely and accurate invoice and payment processing. 
• Manage payment disbursements, including ACH, wire, check, and virtual card payments. 
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, segregation of duties, and company financial controls. 
• Oversee annual 1099 reporting and unclaimed property processes. 
• Support internal and external audits and maintain audit readiness. 

Process Improvement

• Monitor KPIs, service levels, and operational performance. 
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, controls, and stakeholder service. 

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

• 7+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience with end-to-end AP process ownership. 
• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience. 
• Experience managing payment disbursements, including ACH, wire, check, and virtual card payments. 
• Experience with 1099 reporting, supplier tax compliance, and unclaimed property administration. 
• Experience operating in a SOX-controlled environment. 
• Demonstrated success developing teams and driving accountability. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Oracle Cloud or SAP Cloud experience is strongly preferred. 
• Strong knowledge of Oracle AP invoice processing, payment processing, supplier management, workflows, and reporting. 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. 
• Leadership & Team Building. 
• Accountability & Results Orientation. 
• Financial Controls & Compliance.
• Process Improvement. 
• Communication & Stakeholder Management. 
• Problem Solving & Decision Making. 

DIRECT REPORTS

• 1-2 direct reports.

 

Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,300 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide. We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.