Jobs · Accounting · California

Manager, Accounts Payable

Golden Hippo® · Los Angeles, CA · 1 wk ago
HybridAccounting$75k–$100k/yrFull-time

We’re an employee-owned, vertically-integrated builder of some of America’s most popular health & wellness brands. With over 1,000 team members across multiple companies, we create best-in-class products that help make the world healthier and happier. Our creative content educates the world on making smarter health choices, while the brands we own generate over $600 million of revenue annually.

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to manage multiple employees and activities in a high-volume Accounts Payable environment. You will lead the day-to-day AP operations and manage the monthly AP close. This role is a key member of the Accounting and Finance team, and will be critical in leading and completing projects to develop and strengthen cross-functional policies and procedures in order to maximize efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure that invoices and payments are processed in accordance with terms, with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness to take advantage of any potential discounts and avoid penalties and/or interest.
  • Ensure proper three-way matching prior to payment.
  • Support the accuracy of Accounts Payable related general ledger accounts by ensuring that routine activities are being completed in a timely manner (e.g., payments are entered, credit memos are applied, POs are being closed).
  • Review coding and subsidiary allocations for Accounts Payable invoices and credit card expenses, posted to the General Ledger.
  • Review banking support items for reconciliations, returned payments, positive pay exceptions.
  • Manage and maintain the employee expense reimbursement process by ensuring that expense invoices are appropriately approved by department heads and paid accurately and timely.
  • Research, resolve, and communicate invoicing issues, discrepancies, or outstanding balances on vendor accounts accordingly.
  • Reconcile monthly vendor statements.
  • Work closely with the Accounting team to ensure month-end accruals are properly recorded.
  • Create and enter journal entries as necessary.
  • Prepare and/or review account reconciliations including review of the Accounts Payable and Received Not Invoiced subledgers for completeness and accuracy.
  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for A/P accounts.
  • Reconcile cleared checks in ERP system.
  • Review and document operating practices, procedures and/or systems.
  • Ensure accurate reporting of Form 1099s annually.
  • Develop, monitor and report on key department metrics, such as invoice aging, accuracy and efficiency.
  • Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for procure to pay workflows.
  • Assist with external audits, including preparation of workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation.

Qualifications

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Extensive knowledge about accounts payable procedures, as well as experience with accounting and management principles.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong working knowledge of NetSuite or other large ERP system.
  • Strong working knowledge of an automated A/P system, such as Tipalti.
  • Advanced Excel knowledge.
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of Accounts Payable management and month-end close experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and advanced formulas.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
  • Exposure to accounts payable automation software, preferably Tipalti (preferred).
  • Experience with Blackline close automation (preferred).
  • Understanding of a multi-entity accounting and reporting organizational structure (preferred).

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for employee-only medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Bonus Opportunities – Earn more with both annual and monthly bonus programs tied to performance.
  • Investing in Your Future – We match up to 3.5% of your 401(k) contributions and offer a company-sponsored Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Work-Life Balance – Start your first year accruing up to 15 days of vacation, plus 6 paid sick and mental health days.
  • Well-Being Support – Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program, company closure dates, free weekly yoga and meditation classes, and expanded mental health benefits.
  • Career Growth – Grow with us through our mentorship program, continuous learning opportunities, and performance-based pay increases.
  • Make an Impact – Give back through our charity sponsorships. Together, we’ve donated over $9 million to communities worldwide.
  • Additional Benefits – Cell/internet reimbursement, free employee products, annual events, and more.

Pay

The base salary range is $74,800 - $99,800, plus annual & monthly KPI bonus potential. The posted salary range reflects data based on California's cost of labor analysis and is subject to change per state.

Location: Hybrid (Woodland Hills, CA)

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