Accounts Payable Manager - Global Payments

The Accounts Payable Manager for Global Payments will be responsible for reviewing and ensuring the integrity and completeness of all issued and recorded payments in support of the Company’s global operations. All payments will be disbursed in a timely and accurate manner while observing and complying with Accounts Payable’s policies and procedures as well as the systems of internal control. The candidate must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high volume, multi-site environment with a demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites. 

• Perform detailed reviews/audits of all supporting payment documentation in accordance with Company policies and procedures, and verify approvals against current authorization lists and dollar limits.
• Review the type of payment for the proper entity and bank account.
• Work with Treasury on international in-country payments.
• Utilize the cash requirements reports to identify and correct issues prior to payment creation.
• Submit payment runs to produce system checks, transmit ACH files, and complete domestic/international wires to vendors.
• Record Tax direct debit transactions, provide funding requests.
• Review manual international checks and supporting documentation for adequacy and approval.
• Review and approve the release of payments related to the matched documents and disbursement log updates.
• Review manual payments and bank transactions for completeness and post to GL accordingly.
• Prepare and transfer credit card files. Reconcile transactions in the online platform and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Provide daily disbursement data to Treasury within the timeframes required.
• Review outstanding check listing and unclaimed property reports.
• Accurately complete void/stop payment, and void/reissue tasks as requested in a timely manner. Review checks status before a void/stop payment occurs
• Audit employee expense reports in adherence to the Company’s travel policy. Transmit Amex and employee payments for approved reimbursements.
• Resolve issues and inquiries related to invoices and scheduled payments. Respond to vendor inquiries and provide payment confirmations as needed.
• Research and resolve returned payments.
• Review and issue contract payments as needed/directed by AP Director.
• Participate in and support process improvement and system enhancement projects, and proactively identify ongoing opportunities for such improvements.
• Supervision of direct reports.
• Backup for AP Processing Manager when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Requires 5-7 years of relevant experience in accounts payable or other shared services.
• Experience with a multi-company environment strongly preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience of up to 5 direct reports.
• Experience with an online banking platform for payment transfers.
• Experience with international currency transactions; knowledge of currency requirements by country.
• Experience with NetSuite accounts payable strongly preferred.
• Experience with an Imaging and approval-based hierarchy system preferred.
• Attention to detail, focusing on accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Critical thinking skills, including solid problem solving, analysis, and decision-making.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential materials.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, presentation).
• Effectively provides and accepts balanced feedback.
• Ability work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong time management skills, sets priorities on workload.
• Ability work independently with limited supervision.

Given the touring nature of Feld Entertainment’s business, COVID vaccination is strongly encouraged for successful candidates.

About Feld Entertainment

Feld Entertainment®, family owned and operated, is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Monster Jam®, Disney On Ice,  Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 80 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.

International Touring Personnel

To the extent international touring personnel are visiting a jurisdiction that requires vaccination, proof of vaccination in accordance with the relevant international law should be submitted directly to either the Tour Manager or to Human Resources at least six weeks prior to the start of the tour.  The Company will maintain all information regarding vaccination status as confidential in accordance with applicable laws.  The Company cannot guarantee employment for any Associate who is unable to satisfy foreign entry requirements.  Mitigation Guidelines for touring employees will remain in effect until further notice as do applicable venue, local, state and/or international requirements, rules, regulations and/or laws, if any.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Feld Entertainment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees, customers, and partners worldwide. We celebrate diversity and encourage our profoundly talented workforce to express themselves proudly. Our successful business model requires different perspectives and voices so that we can create the incredible live shows we put on. Come join us and help us light up the world.