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Job outlook for accounts payable supervisors in the United States
Accounts payable supervisor job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected accounts payable supervisor job growth rate is -5% from 2018-2028.
About -77,200 new jobs for accounts payable supervisors are projected over the next decade.
Accounts payable supervisor salaries have increased 8% for accounts payable supervisors in the last 5 years.
There are over 67,290 accounts payable supervisors currently employed in the United States.
There are 44,207 active accounts payable supervisor job openings in the US.
The average accounts payable supervisor salary is $58,763.
Are accounts payable supervisor jobs in demand?
Accounts payable supervisor job and salary trends over time
Accounts payable supervisor jobs over time
Accounts payable supervisor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 67,290 | 0.02% |
| 2020 | 64,647 | 0.02% |
| 2019 | 67,174 | 0.02% |
| 2018 | 66,869 | 0.02% |
| 2017 | 66,153 | 0.02% |
Average accounts payable supervisor salary over time
Accounts payable supervisor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $58,763 | $28.25 | +3.2% |
| 2024 | $56,923 | $27.37 | +1.5% |
| 2023 | $56,109 | $26.98 | +1.4% |
| 2022 | $55,355 | $26.61 | +1.3% |
| 2021 | $54,631 | $26.27 | +3.2% |
Accounts payable supervisor jobs by state
Most common states for accounts payable supervisors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 128 | 18% |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 565 | 8% |
| 3 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 899 | 7% |
| 4 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 567 | 7% |
| 5 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 289 | 7% |
| 6 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 95 | 7% |
| 7 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 69 | 7% |
| 8 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 769 | 6% |
| 9 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 421 | 6% |
| 10 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 363 | 6% |
| 11 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 357 | 6% |
| 12 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 357 | 6% |
| 13 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 324 | 6% |
| 14 | Kentucky | 4,454,189 | 252 | 6% |
| 15 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 228 | 6% |
| 16 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 80 | 6% |
| 17 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 61 | 6% |
| 18 | California | 39,536,653 | 1,921 | 5% |
| 19 | New York | 19,849,399 | 1,013 | 5% |
| 20 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 439 | 5% |
Most common cities for accounts payable supervisors
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Fernando | 3 | 12% | $60,689 |
| 2 | Englewood | 2 | 6% | $57,141 |
| 3 | Campbell | 2 | 5% | $62,914 |
| 4 | Northglenn | 2 | 5% | $57,050 |
| 5 | Folsom | 2 | 3% | $62,442 |
| 6 | Atlanta | 8 | 2% | $55,833 |
| 7 | Meridian | 2 | 2% | $58,866 |
| 8 | Baton Rouge | 3 | 1% | $57,380 |
| 9 | Rochester | 3 | 1% | $62,785 |
| 10 | Irvine | 2 | 1% | $60,327 |
| 11 | Plano | 2 | 1% | $59,222 |
| 12 | New York | 6 | 0% | $64,787 |
| 13 | Chicago | 4 | 0% | $65,313 |
| 14 | Boston | 3 | 0% | $62,211 |
| 15 | Dallas | 3 | 0% | $59,405 |
| 16 | San Francisco | 3 | 0% | $63,090 |
| 17 | Las Vegas | 2 | 0% | $48,837 |
| 18 | Los Angeles | 2 | 0% | $60,605 |
| 19 | Sacramento | 2 | 0% | $62,574 |
Accounts Payable Supervisor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of accounts payable supervisor experts
University of the Virgin Islands
Centenary University
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Rochester Institute of Technology
University of Texas at El Paso
Florida International University
Winona State University
Francisco Depusoir
Associate Professor of AccountingUniversity of the Virgin Islands
School of Business
What skills stand out on Accounts Payable Supervisor resumes?
Francisco Depusoir: The following skills could open the door to various opportunities for an accounting graduate on their resume.
-Excellent analytical skills
-Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
-Knowledge of Quickbooks
What skills will help Accounts Payable Supervisors earn the most?
Francisco Depusoir: -Accountants should be able to communicate with departments and clients.
-Written and oral communication as accountants usually have to give presentations.
-Accountants should be able to pay attention to details.
-Technological skills. Technology is constantly changing and evolving. Accountants must acquire the necessary technical skills since most of the work is done through a computer using applications.
-Data analysis: Accountants are surrounded by data, bookkeeping, tax returns, payroll reports, and tax planning which all rely on strong data analysis skills.
Frank Longo
Assistant Professor of BusinessCentenary University
Business Department
What hard/technical skills are most important for Accounts Payable Supervisors?
Frank Longo: Proficiency with emerging technology is an attention-getter. We should note that the Certified Public Accountants Exam will contain three sections by 2024, including Data Analytics, Tax Compliance and Planning, and Information System and Controls. A basic knowledge will be required in each of these, and the CPA candidate will identify one area of the above for more detailed testing. This change in knowledge requirements reflects the skills employers see as most important to hire. Using technology in any of these areas can move a candidate to the top of the hiring list. We should emphasize that the job candidate does not need to be an expert in each area, but the ability to effectively use technology in one area is important. Employers are looking for the ability to use technology in information security, business processes, information systems, IT audits, data analytics, and tax planning but not all of them.
Keep in mind that successful firms performed audits, prepared tax returns, advised clients on data security, and much more during the pandemic, and they often did so remotely. This can be expected to continue into the future.
What technical skills for an Accounts Payable Supervisor stand out to employers?
Zev Fried Ph.D.: For accountants, the same skills that were always needed such as proficiency with numbers, use of different types of computer software, and problem identification and solving are still needed. Emerging from the pandemic, there are also added skills such as the ability to work remotely and collaborate and share your work that will be important to employers.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Accounts Payable Supervisor job market given the pandemic?
Qian Song Ph.D.: The pandemic has accelerated the immersion of technology in our work and life. People work remotely, study remotely, shop online from grocery to furniture, tour the museums and consult a doctor virtually. Increased closures of brick and mortar stores and online business play a role in the surge of technology stocks. Thus, the pandemic has changed the way companies use technology to conduct business. Ultimately, accounting and other professionals are expected to be proficient in the use of technology in their work. The Big Four and other public accounting firms are increasing their investments in technology such as data analytics and robotic process automation. Entry-level accounting or structured, repetitive, and rule-based tasks are increasingly being automated. Such automation in business processes also occurs in other industries. It is only a matter of time before we see robots and machines (and they do not get COVID) taking over a large number of accounting and other jobs that can be automated. Advances in data analytics will speed up this process and change the nature of the accounting function. For example, instead of a traditional audit sampling, data analytics tools can be used to examine the entire dataset. The accounting firms are expected to hire more data science professionals rather than traditional accountants.
Accounting graduates will face challenges and also opportunities in today's advanced technological environment. Other than the basic accounting knowledge, accounting students can acquire data analytics and technological skills. Although accounting jobs are predicted to increase in the future, the increase is likely to be for the newly transformed accounting jobs that utilize technology
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Accounts Payable Supervisors?
Qian Song Ph.D.: Certifications in data analytics and other technological skills are expected to have the biggest impact on future job prospects. Universities such as MIT, Cornell, Columbia and organizations such as IBM, Dell and Microsoft are offering certifications in data analytics and other technology. An increasing number of institutions are adding business analytics degrees or data analytics and other technology courses in their curricula.
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Accounts Payable Supervisors?
David Folsom Ph.D.: I believe the CPA certification is still the "gold standard" for the accounting profession. Being a licensed CPA will give new accountants the most current and future career opportunities. I recommend new graduates have a clear plan on how they will achieve this certification post-graduation. Many large accounting firms will not seriously consider candidates without a clear path to becoming a CPA. Completing at least a section of the CPA test very quickly after graduation is evidence of this commitment.
The CMA certification is also very helpful in the job market, particularly for non-public accounting job prospects. Any accounting-based certifications (e.g., internal audit, forensic accounting, etc.) will help candidates distinguish themselves from their peers. However, a CPA license will provide the most opportunities as a standalone license. Having additional certifications beyond a CPA will only enhance a candidate's job prospects.
What soft skills should all Accounts Payable Supervisors possess?
Jose Aldrich: -Strong relationship building skills. Trusted relationships with peers, bosses and clients/customers are key.
-Analytical abilities. A lot of the work will involve interpreting data and using business analytics.
-Effective decision making. Identifying business risks and courage to take calculated risks in business.
-Leadership skills
-Ability to speak up at meetings.
-Organizational skills
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Accounts Payable Supervisors?
Jodi Olson: We expect our graduates to be even more resilient to change and highly technology savvy, because of the necessary adaptations and remote workflow requirements students have had to overcome in achieving academic success and internship responsibilities during the pandemic. We see this as an enhancement to the skills they will bring to their employers, which already expect incoming graduates to be on the cutting edge of technological advancements, working toward a paperless environment, and keeping up with the many recent and continuing changes for the profession.