Accounts Payable Supervisor

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$20.15–$28.05

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounts Payable, Administrative Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Cash Management, Child Support, Coaching, Customer Support/Service, Department of Health and Human Services, Detail Oriented, Disbursements, Employee Retention, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Regulations, Financial Services, Grant Administration/Management, Grant Financials, Leadership, Medicaid, Operations, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Policy Development, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Revenue Management, Service Delivery, Staff Development, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management

LOCATION

Augusta, Maine

POSTED

30+ days ago

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Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS)

Clerk IV

Opening Date: April 16, 2026

Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Job Class Code: 0004

Grade: 18 (Supervisor Services)

Salary: $20.15 - $28.05 per hour*

*This is inclusive of a 1.00% recruitment and retention stipend

Position Number: 02023-2388

Location: Augusta

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Are you an experienced accounting processor who is detail oriented and enjoys independent work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Do you possess a high degree of initiative? Then we are looking for you!

Core Responsibilities:

The DHHS Financial Service Center is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor (Clerk IV). In this position, you will:

Manage operations and complete daily tasks including, processing Child Support payments and disbursements ensuring, accuracy, timeliness and compliance with federal, state and departmental guidelines.
Supervise a four-employee team managing the Child Support Receipt and Disbursement Unit, directly contributing to department objectives by ensuring accurate fiscal processes and regulatory compliance.
Ensure all state and federal regulations are followed and payment deadlines are consistently met.
Provide leadership and staff development through training, performance evaluation, coaching, and support, including assigning, monitoring, and reviewing work for quality and efficiency.
Provide oversight, guidance, and support to staff while serving as a liaison with the Division of Support Enforcement & Recovery's (DSER) leadership team and agents to resolve payment issues, communicate process improvements and support programmatic needs.
Oversee daily operations, including workflow management, payment intake and disbursement, internal controls, and safeguarding of funds, while strengthening continuity of operations and promoting exceptional customer service, ethical standards, and collaboration aligned with department mission and values.

The DHHS Financial Service Center is a supportive and friendly environment that fosters professional growth, teamwork, and collaboration with DHHS. The impact of your work will be felt throughout significant programs that provide critical services to Maine's most needy population. You will be satisfied knowing you have helped DHHS executives and program managers deliver vital services to the people of Maine.

Minimum Qualifications:

Six (6) years of responsible clerical experience to include two (2) years performing supervision or performing highly independent clerical work. Preference will be given to candidates with significant management experience.

The backgrounds of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

Possess good critical thinking skills, be flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
Basic understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.
Prior experience and/ or education in accounting and operational management.
A proven ability to identify, enhance and implement process improvements.

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Agency information:

The DHHS Financial Service Center is responsible for program accounting, cash management, and revenue/expenditure control for the entire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The Service Center provides budget and fiscal analysis for many complex areas within DHHS including TANF (i.e. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) and MaineCare (formerly Medicaid). The Service Center works collaboratively with senior leadership at State agencies, providing consultative financial and accounting services. Areas of fiscal expertise include compliance with State and Federal laws and regulations, statewide budgetary policy, budget development, and monitoring, application of generally accepted accounting and financial practices, grant management, financial analysis, cash manag

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