Accounts Payable Analyst

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks an Accounts Payable Analyst to support and process AP for TV market operations, reviewing, coding, entering invoices, and vendor communications. You will assist with sales & use tax analysis and participate in system upgrade testing.

Key duties include accurate AP entry, verifying vendor terms, resolving invoice issues, and collaborating with Station RBMs and department heads to maintain SLAs and compliance with accounting procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Direct related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess strong customer service skills
• Working knowledge of general bookkeeping or accounting practices
• Experience with one or more accounting software packages and/or ERPs
• Good verbal and written communication skills along with attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentage, and apply to practical situations

Responsibilities

• Accurate & Timely data AP (Accounts Payable) entry of vendor invoices and credits
• Process AP invoices for both Capex and Operating invoices related to TV market operations
• Verifying vendor information and payment terms and consideration of use tax
• Communicating with vendors and internal departments regarding invoice issues
• Coordination with Station RBMs (Regional Business Managers), Department Heads, and GM
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting procedures
• Perform AP system testing (UAT) related to system upgrades
• Evaluate along with testing of AI tools related to AP automation
• Ensure that all customer emails/calls are followed up on in a timely manner
• Meet and maintain Department SLAs for acceptable processing volume and quality standards
• Additional projects and functions as delegated by department management

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Communication

Bookkeeping

ERP software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Analyst supports and processes allocated Stations Accounts Payable through AP entry. This includes reviewing, coding, entering, correspondence with vendors, sales & use tax analysis, and system upgrade testing when needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Accurate & Timely data AP (Accounts Payable) entry of vendor invoices and credits
• Process AP invoices for both Capex and Operating invoices related to TV market operations
• Verifying vendor information and payment terms and consideration of use tax
• Communicating with vendors and internal departments regarding invoice issues
• Coordination with Station RBMs (Regional Business Managers), Department Heads, and GM
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting procedures
• Perform AP system testing (UAT) related to system upgrades
• Evaluate along with testing of AI tools related to AP automation
• Ensure that all customer emails/calls are followed up on in a timely manner
• Meet and maintain Department SLAs for acceptable processing volume and quality standards
• Additional projects and functions as delegated by department management

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Direct related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess strong customer service skills
• Working knowledge of general bookkeeping or accounting practices
• Experience with one or more accounting software packages and/or ERPs
• Good verbal and written communication skills along with attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentage, and apply to practical situations

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The AP Analyst must be able to sit, reach, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups. Repetitive movements are required.

Company Information

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.