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Accounts Payable Manager
21st Century Fox
Washington, DC, United States
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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYNational Geographic
The National Geographic Channels form the television and production arm of National Geographic Partners, a joint venture between 21st Century Fox and the National Geographic Society. As a global leader in premium science, adventure and exploration programming, the Channels include: National Geographic Channel (NGC), Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo People and Nat Geo MUNDO. Additionally, the Channels also run the in-house television production unit, National Geographic Studios. The Channels contribute to the National Geographic Society’s commitment to exploration, conservation and education with entertaining, innovative programming from A-level talent around the world, and with profits that help support the society’s mission. Globally, NGC is available in more than 440 million homes in 171 countries and 45 languages, and Nat Geo WILD is available in 131 countries and 38 languages. National Geographic Partners is also a leader in social media, with a fan base of 250 million people across all of its social pages. NGC contributes over 55 million social media fans globally on Facebook alone.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Accounts Payable Manager plays a key role in the finance team by overseeing all outgoing payments out of Workday Financials. The A/P Manager is responsible for processing accurate and efficient payments to NGP Suppliers in accordance with company policies. In addition, the A/P Manager must have the knowledge to competently, accurately and patiently examine processes, reporting and other related data in Workday. Furthermore, the ability to motivate team members is indispensable and must have the personal skills and the flexibility to adapt to changing environments and priorities. The position leads a team that provides direct support to our internal business partners by processing vendor invoices in a timely and efficient manner to honor NGP’s payment obligations.
The A/P Manager stays abreast of government regulations and audit transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance. Facilitates process improvements to streamline potential bottlenecks. Ability to multi-task and work on several projects at the same time. Skills and abilities to communicate and conduct meeting with various users and stakeholders as required.
Responsibilities:
• Perform Cash Settlement Runs for approved invoices according to cash requirements in Workday Financials. In addition to that, develop and maintain a suite of Accounts Payable reports to analyze aged expenses, drive accounting efficiencies and process improvements.
• Manage the AP Specialist/Coordinator team to ensure performance expectations are met, deadlines are kept and workflow is uninterrupted.
• Prepare and review AP Aging report for Supplier account maintenance.
• Act as customer service representative to business managers and Suppliers, researching and resolving issues related to invoice processing and payment status.
• Manage invoice posting exceptions, identifying the correct AP workflow for Supplier invoices not matched to a business manager for processing.
• Prepare annual 1099/1042 and other tax compliance mandates; with ongoing knowledge of IRS guidelines in the treatment of independent contractors. Prepare ad hoc reporting for Cash Flow and other financial analysis. Provide supporting detail for internal/external audit and SOX control testing. Other projects as assigned to support NGP AP accounting functions.
• Analyzes, resolves, and answers complex or difficult problems presented by subordinates, vendors, and internal customers.
• Motivates and manages the team of Accounts Payable staff.
• Implements changes to work assignments, methods or procedures to meet operational needs as well as updating existing policies and procedures.
• Provides month end, pay cycles, and audit requests for all of the business units supported.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience required.
• 3+ years’ experience supervising an Accounts Payable department. Proven experience managing high volume Accounts Payable department required.
• Knowledge of GAAP and best practices of industry
• Proficient knowledge with computer based accounting systems, preferably Workday, and all Microsoft office applications (Access, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to work directly with the business managers and should have the ability to develop working relationships with various management and staff members of all departments. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities. Must be detail-oriented, work well under pressure, and have the flexibility to deal with multiple changing priorities. Demonstrated leadership and development skills..
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.