Manager, Accounts Payable (R50034061)

FOX; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume shared services AP function in a fast-paced environment. You will drive process improvements, implement automation, and ensure strong internal controls across multiple business units.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a track record of transforming AP operations, and collaboration with Procurement and Finance to optimize P2P processes. Excellent stakeholder management and Excel analytics are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive Accounts Payable Manager experience.
• Experience driving process transformation and automation initiatives.
• Proven experience managing high-volume Accounts Payable operations in a shared services environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, Accounts Payable processes, and financial controls.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, data analysis).
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing AP team in a shared services environment.
• Lead automation initiatives (OCR, touchless processing, AI-driven capture tools).
• Set clear goals, provide ongoing feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Oversee end-to-end processing of high-volume invoice intake and payment execution across multiple payment methods.
• Oversee AP account reconciliations, return payments, and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Manage throughput, backlog, and workload distribution to maintain operational efficiency.
• Drive cycle time reduction and improve processing accuracy.
• Identify and implement scalable process improvements across the procure-to-pay lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Coupa

Workday

Excel

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox CorporationUnder the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world's leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume Accounts Payable shared services function. This role is responsible for overseeing large-scale invoice processing and company-wide payment operations across multiple business units.

The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, ensure strong internal controls, and lead continuous process improvement initiatives. This role requires a hands-on leader with deep expertise in high-volume environments, AP systems, and scalable procure-to-pay operations.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing AP team in a shared services environment
• Lead automation initiatives (OCR, touchless processing, AI-driven capture tools)
• Set clear goals, provide ongoing feedback, and conduct performance evaluations
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and results-driven culture
• Oversee end-to-end processing of high-volume invoice intake and payment execution across multiple payment methods
• Oversee AP account reconciliations, return payments, and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies
• Oversee company-wide payment and settlement processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Manage throughput, backlog, and workload distribution to maintain operational efficiency
• Drive cycle time reduction and improve processing accuracy
• Increase straight-through processing (STP) and reduce manual intervention
• Identify and implement scalable process improvements across the procure-to-pay lifecycle
• Ensure SLA adherence for invoice processing, approvals, and payment cycles
• Ensure strong internal controls over invoice processing and payment execution (e.g., duplicate detection, segregation of duties, fraud prevention)
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain audit readiness and support SOX compliance and internal/external audits
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and resolve escalated invoice and payment issues
• Partner with Procurement, Finance, and business stakeholders to optimize P2P processes
• Drive supplier adoption of digital tools (e.g., Coupa Supplier Portal)
• Define and track KPIs such as invoice cycle time, first-pass yield, exception rates, cost per invoice, and on-time payment performance
• Provide data-driven insights and reporting to leadership
• Monitor payment runs and ensure proper controls and approvals are in place

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive Accounts Payable Manager experience
• Experience driving process transformation and automation initiatives
• Proven experience managing high-volume Accounts Payable operations in a shared services environment
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, Accounts Payable processes, and financial controls
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, data analysis)
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Experience with Coupa / Workday

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $92,000.00-120,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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