Accounts Payable Manager

Job Description:

THE COMPANY

Secretariat is your source for independent expert advisory services. Secretariat specializes in international arbitration, general commercial arbitration/litigation, forensic accounting, economic damages, construction, and government contracting. Secretariat's experts maintain integrity, quality, and objectivity when solving complex disputes, delivering detailed analyses, and articulating meaningful results in a clear and concise manner.

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to join our rapidly growing international firm. The primary function of the Accounts Payable Manager is to oversee processing of invoices and payments to meet the needs, goals, and objectives of Secretariat. This individual will be a key relationship manager with all vendors and suppliers. Additionally, this person will perform a range of accounting and accounts payable tasks including monthly close and reconciliation activities as they relate to the A/P function.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform various accounting and accounts payable tasks including monthly close activities, AP reconciliation, and period close duties in a multi-national/currency environment
• Data entry and reporting as requested
• Perform all related tasks to initiate and obtain approvals for wire payments to domestic and foreign vendors, including accurate coding for accounting
• Conduct research for accounts payable-related issues, determine resolution and root cause and make recommendations for mitigation of re-occurrence
• Lead accounts payable operational process improvement activities
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
• Provide support for external audits
• Review and approve expense reports in accordance with company policy
• Prepare flux analysis related to certain accounts payable accounts
• Code certain invoices to prepaid expense accounts and amortize over appropriate period in accordance with US GAAP
• Prepare account reconciliations for certain accounts payable and related accounts
• Carry out additional job responsibilities and duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ of previous job experience relating to accounts payable functions; bachelor's degree preferred
• Intermediate computer experience with proficiency in formula-based programs such as Microsoft Excel
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to work in a team setting, both in person and remotely
• Organizational skills and the attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Excellent time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines
• Experience with Workday and/or accounts payables systems preferred
• Experience with multiple currencies and translations
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.