Sr. Accounts Payable Analyst

About the role

LiveWire is soulful by design, transforming the everyday into urban adventure and beyond. At LiveWire, we are pioneering the future of motorcycling through design, software, and experience. Our ambition is to build the most desirable electric motorcycle brand in the world. Operating with a start-up mindset inside a global organization, we value problem solvers who take ownership, move fast, and are comfortable being hands-on every day.

The Senior Accounts Payable Analyst will contribute to the Company’s day-to-day operations and long-term growth. In fulfilling these responsibilities, this individual will work effectively with professionals at all levels of the organization, including senior management, and collaborate with individuals across functional and geographic areas. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Accounting, this role will provide a high-level of customer service and analytics leading to complete and accurate financial results for the company.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle from receipt of invoices to payment, including coding invoices, matching purchase orders, assigning approval workflow, and entering the invoices into the accounting system.
• In coordination with 3rd party A/P and treasury teams, prepare batch check runs, wire transfers, and ACH transactions.
• Responsible for monthly accounts payable balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure all accounts payable policies and procedures are adhered to including travel and related expenses, vendor approval and invoice processing.
• Responsible for IRS 1099 compliance and reporting.
• Responsible for imaging and record retention of all accounts payable documents according to LiveWire practices.
• Manage vendor relations and build effective partnerships.
• Partner with Corporate Accounting Manager to identify and implement process improvements.
• Assist team with gathering support for all audits, including pulling documentation.
• Investigate and resolve problems associated with processing of invoices and purchase orders.
• Receive, research, and resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate persons.
• Assist in ad hoc projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or equivalent accounting role directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Thorough understanding of general accounting, accounts payable principles, and best practices.
• Intermediate systems proficiency with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Excel.
• Adherence to tight deadlines and quick turnaround for accounting deliverables.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, vendors, and associates.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to develop and maintain an organized structure.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment where adaptability is imperative.
• Accurate with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a large ERP system (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.).

Benefits

• Annual bonus programs.
• Health insurance benefits.
• 401(K) program.
• Employee discounts on products and accessories.

Pay

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.