PMC: Senior Accounts Payable Manager

pmc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Discounts

Pet Insurance

Job summary

PMC's West Los Angeles HQ is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP function across multiple subsidiaries in both digital and print media. The role reports to the Assistant Corporate Controller and requires onsite work four days a week with one day remote.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in accounts payable with team leadership, plus deep knowledge of Coupa, NetSuite and Excel to meet weekly, monthly and quarterly deadlines.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounts payable experience with team leadership.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to prioritize and meet weekly, monthly, and quarterly deadlines.
• Proficiency with Coupa, NetSuite and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and develop the AP team, including workload management and performance reviews.
• Oversee daily AP operations for timely invoice processing and payments.
• Review and approve payment runs and escalated transactions in line with authority levels.
• Ensure payments comply with vendor terms and company policies, manage month-end close for AP.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Team Leadership

Process Improvement

Communication

Deadline Driven

Tools

Coupa

NetSuite

Salesforce

MS Excel

Job description

PMC: Senior Accounts Payable Manager

Penske Media Corporation (PMC), the parent company of Rolling Stone, Variety, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, POPSUGAR, SB Nation and many more publication brands is hiring a Senior Accounts Payable Manager to manage and oversee the entire Accounts Payable function for several subsidiaries in our digital and print media business.

As PMC values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture. This position will be based in our West Los Angeles HQ.

The Senior Accounts Payable Manager we are seeking must have a solid working knowledge of general accounting principles and be proficient in Coupa, NetSuite and MS Excel. This role will be reporting to the Assistant Corporate Controller and will manage the Senior Accounts Payable Specialists and staff in the department. The applicant should display strong organizational and communication skills and be able to prioritize and meet strict weekly, monthly, and quarterly deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise, and develop the accounts payable team, including workload management, training, coaching, and performance reviews
• Oversee daily AP operations to ensure timely invoice processing, payment execution, and issue resolution
• Review and approve payment runs, exception items, and escalated transactions in accordance with authority levels
• Ensure payments are made in compliance with vendor terms and company policies
• Manage month-end close activities for AP, including review of accruals, reconciliations, and reporting
• Manage escalated vendor relationships and resolve complex disputes or service issues
• Support ERP implementations, upgrades and AP system enhancements
• Develop, document, and maintain AP policies, procedures, and standard operating processes
• Handle high volume of emails and inquiries (as the main point of contact for vendors and employees), in a timely manner
• Collaborate closely with the AP team and other departments to ensure seamless communication, share insights, and resolve issues promptly
• Foster a positive and supportive work environment by maintaining a team-oriented mindset and contributing to collective goals
• Oversee 1099 reporting processes and vendor compliance requirements
• Assist with projects and ad hoc requests, adapting to shifting priorities when necessary
• Maintain accurate and organized records of invoices, payments, and correspondence
• Partner with procurement, finance, and business stakeholders to improve AP processes
• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline the AP process, improve efficiency, and enhance overall accuracy

Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounts payable experience, including team leadership
• At least 2 years of people management or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong experience of AP systems including Coupa preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail with accuracy and ability to resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and improve operational performance
• Strong understanding of AP workflows, 3-way match, expense coding and internal controls
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively under pressure
• Flexibility to adapt to new processes and changing priorities
• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g. Coupa, NetSuite, Salesforce)
• Strong Excel skills (e.g. vLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)

A good faith estimate of the salary range is $90k - $100k upon hire. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. If you have more or less experience than specified on this job posting, please apply and list your salary expectations.

If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors).

It's all About You...

PMC's comprehensive benefits package is thoughtfully designed to support every aspect of your life, empowering you to thrive both personally and professionally. We offer PMC-Paid Healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions on medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. PMC also offers Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter), an Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match. Employees are also eligible to take advantage of company discounts and perks including Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Mortgage discounts, and a variety of other savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials. As part of PMC's dedica