Accounting Supervisor

Apply Description Position Overview The Accounting Supervisor will lead the accounting functions at RAS Logistics, while supporting audit readiness and financial reporting integrity. This role is critical to maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring accurate and timely carrier settlements, and timely and accurate reporting. This individual will operate at the intersection of accounting and operations, requiring both technical accounting expertise and an understanding of high-volume, transaction-based final mile logistics environments. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable (AP) Management Oversee full-cycle AP process including invoice intake, coding, approvals, and payment execution Support disciplined AP processes, including payment prioritization aligned with liquidity needs Manage weekly disbursement planning in coordination with the 13-week cash flow forecast Ensure timely payments of critical vendors (fuel, utilities, rent, etc.) to avoid operational disruption Monitor and reduce past-due balances while balancing working capital constraints Support continuous improvement in AP systems and workflows (Bill.com, NetSuite) Carrier Pay & Settlements Oversee weekly carrier pay process ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness Partner with Operations and Lean Staffing to validate settlement data from GEAR and other systems Review and analyze carrier pay variances (pay additions, guaranteed minimums, fuel reimbursements, etc.) Ensure proper reconciliation between carrier settlements, revenue, and contractual terms Identify and support initiatives to improve carrier pay efficiency and reduce leakage Maintain strong communication with field teams to resolve discrepancies quickly Audit & Financial Controls Support external audit process, including preparation of schedules, documentation, and tie-outs Ensure audit readiness across AP and carrier pay functions (supporting documentation, reconciliations, controls) Assist with implementation and enforcement of internal controls and accounting policies Partner with Finance leadership on technical accounting areas impacting AP or cost recognition Coordinate with external auditors and advisors (e.g., audit firm, lenders) as needed Close & Reporting Support Support monthly close process, specifically around AP accruals, carrier pay accruals, and expense recognition Ensure accurate cutoff and completeness of liabilities Assist in variance analysis related to delivery expense, carrier pay %, and operating costs Partner with FP&A to explain trends and anomalies in weekly and monthly reporting Process Improvement & Systems Support process standardization across AP and carrier pay workflows Identify automation opportunities within NetSuite, Bill.com, and GEAR integrations Improve visibility and reporting around spend, vendor aging, and carrier economics Support system implementations and data integrity initiatives Requirements Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required) 5+ years of accounting experience, with exposure to AP and/or high-volume transaction environments Experience in logistics, transportation, or similarly complex operating businesses preferred Strong understanding of accrual accounting and financial controls Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and AP platforms (Bill.com or similar) Key Competencies Ownership & Accountability: Takes full responsibility for AP and carrier pay functions Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Operational Mindset: Ability to connect accounting outcomes to field operations Cash Discipline: Understands working capital dynamics and payment prioritization Problem Solving: Identifies root causes and drives resolution, not just reporting issues Communication: Clear, direct communication with finance, operations, and vendors Success Metrics Timely and accurate weekly carrier pay execution Reduction in AP aging and past-due balances Clean audit results with minimal adjustments or deficiencies Improved visibility into delivery expense and carrier pay drivers On-time monthly close with accurate accruals and minimal rework