The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee AP operations, manage vendor payments, supervise junior accountants, and ensure financial reporting accuracy while enhancing processes in a fast-paced environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accounts Payable Manager will be a highly organized, detail-obsessed finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll take ownership of Wpromote’s AP function—managing large transaction volumes with accuracy, improving processes for efficiency and control, and ensuring every deadline is met. We’re looking for a proactive, solutions-driven leader who’s not afraid to roll up their sleeves, challenge the status quo, and build smarter systems. Experience in digital media is a plus, along with exceptional communication skills and the ability to partner seamlessly with both your team and client leadership.
At Wpromote, we believe that great work is only possible with great people. Our goal is to build a better, more inclusive work environment and support our people at every stage of their careers by prioritizing a strong work-life balance through our policies and benefits listed below. As a Best Place to Work according to both Ad Age and Glassdoor and Adweek’s Fastest Growing Digital Agency, we are moving fast to expand our teams and bring new experts into the fold to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in marketing.
We offer:
-Remote-first culture
-Unlimited PTO
-Extended Holiday break (Winter)
-Flexible schedules
-100% paid parental leave
-401(k) matching
-Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance
-Sponsored life insurance
-Short Term Disability insurance and additional voluntary insurance
-Annual Class Pass credits and more!
The anticipated annual salary for this role will range from $91,000- $110,000, based on consideration of a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, education and certifications, competitive benchmarks, scope of responsibility, market dynamics, geographic location, and respective state’s salary threshold for exempt employees. At Wpromote, pay ranges are subject to change and are based on specific market medians for similar jobs according to third-party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary due to skills, experience, and available budget. The total compensation package for this role will include benefits (listed above).
*While this position may be performed remotely in most states within the US, with some exclusions, we will be giving preference to those located in PT or those who are open to working PT hours.
**We have office hubs in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, where you can join in on learning and development opportunities, fun events, take advantage of a space to work, and collaborate in person!
***This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship
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You Will Be
- Own all Accounts Payable operations, including vendor contract review, new vendor setup, AP bill and credit approvals, vendor payments, and preparation of aging reports and past-due notices
- Manage the review and submission of annual 1099 filings
- Reconcile client passthrough spend against prebills in partnership with the AR team to ensure timely vendor payments by sequential liability
- Escalate vendor discrepancies to appropriate client leads, department heads, and management teams
- Lead the review and approval of expense reports and ensure accurate posting of T&E transactions (COGS, expense, or prepaid) in NetSuite
- Ensure all GL entries include accurate COS/expense coding, department, client ID, and required tags
- Prepare and review AP-related journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
- Supervise and mentor junior accountants, fostering professional development and a collaborative team culture
- Establish and maintain strong internal controls to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial reporting
- Stay current on new and proposed accounting standards and assess their impact on the organization
- Lead and contribute to ad hoc projects as needed
- Develop and enhance AP policies and procedures to improve efficiency and support a more timely month-end close
You Must Have
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in Accounting or Finance
- 6+ years of General Ledger accounting experience
- 3+ years of people management experience
- Working knowledge of NetSuite, Expensify, and Navan
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets
- Strong understanding of GAAP and current accounting standards
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
- Positive, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset
Nice To Have
- Previous experience in an agency, digital media, and/or other high-growth environments
Wpromote is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Wpromote.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.
Top Skills
Excel
Expensify
Google Sheets
Navan
NetSuite
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