Manager, Accounts Payable

The Manager, Accounts Payable is primarily responsible for the management of accounts payable including the processing of payments, reporting to venders, managing credit card transactions, and supporting technical systems. This position provides underlying support for all PRX payable needs, both internal and with external partners.

As an integral part of the Finance Team, this role will be responsible for processing annual expenditures averaging $37 Million. To do so successfully, the ideal candidate will need to exhibit accuracy, trustworthiness, and systems based thinking.

This position can be based in Minneapolis, MN or Boston, MA.

Definition of Success

• Accurate and timely processing of external invoices
• Internal and external customer satisfaction by providing correct information and a positive experience.
• Contributing to the Finance Team’s month end closing deadlines with accurate data for monthly financial reconciliations and schedules.
• Maximize use of NetSuite, Expensify and other systems to improve workflows, internal controls, and reporting accuracy.
• Recommend improvements to existing expense and payment processes and procedures to increase financial integrity and efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage PRX Accounts Payable functions.
• Manage new vender setup, regular communications, and provide required reporting.
• Manage credit card activity and employee expense reimbursements through Expensify.
• Support banking functions needed to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Provide weekly report of invoices payable.
• Support finance team by ensuring data is available at period end to properly support revenue recognition and cost allocations. Provide reporting as needed.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure employee expenses are available for semi-monthly reimbursement.
• Assist with audit preparation.
• Prepare 1099 tax reporting.
• Perform Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Skills & Knowledge

• Has strong communication, relationship-building, and diplomatic skills to work with many different types internal and external customer/venders.
• Is technologically savvy and adaptable, with strong systems and computer skills. Has a willingness and ability to learn new tools and platforms quickly.
• Makes sound independent decisions, and knows when to escalate matters
• Has a penchant for problem-solving, is inquisitive, and applies critical thinking skills
• Is extremely detail-oriented and organized.
• Is comfortable working under tight deadlines and managing varying tasks, while staying calm under pressure.
• Strives for excellence in all aspects of the job.

Education & Experience

• 3 years of experience in accounts payable or related financial operations.
• Position will be based in Boston or Minneapolis
• Nonprofit and or media experience a plus.
• Experience with accounts payable and general ledger systems.
• Familiarity with NetSuite and Expensify or similar systems.
• Experience with Google Product Suite and/or Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with project management.
• Experience with advanced spreadsheet functions, e.g. formulas and pivot tables.

Benefits

PRX offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision benefits; group term life insurance; short- and long-term disability income replacement coverage; and the option to participate in savings accounts for uncovered medical expenses and related costs. These benefits are available on the first day of employment. PRX also offers a retirement plan (with employer contributions) that takes effect after 6 months of employment.

If you are interested in this role but are feeling unsure about applying for whatever reason, please reach out to us! We want our organization to reflect the wide diversity of America, and the population we tell stories with. Therefore, if you are unsure about applying we encourage you to talk to us by emailing hr@prx.org. We're committed to structuring our hiring process and company to welcome applicants of all backgrounds.

Salary ranges are dependent on location and can be given upon request. Some examples for this role are as follows: Denver, Minneapolis, Chicago - $54k-$62k. Boston, Los Angeles, or DC - $60k - $69k.