Manage departmental operations and activities to ensure NYU payables financial obligations are met on an accurate and timely basis while adhering to policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with and enhance internal control procedures; monitor all workflows, processes, and system related activities within the department. Oversee the investigation completed by AP Processors where invoice and purchase order do not match to ensure that payment process is completed accurately. Supervise staff; hire, train and evaluate performance. Act as main liaison between suppliers and University Accounts Payable processors. This role has a hybrid work schedule: Two days on-site and three days remote per week.
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Finance, Accounting or related field or equivalent experience
Required Experience:
5+ years experience in Accounts Payable, including experience managing staff and experience with project management for AP implementations
Preferred Experience:
Experience in a higher education environment
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail. Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment. Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in other departments/units. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word). Understanding of banking processes including wire, ACH, credit card payments, and foreign currency transactions. Able to clearly articulate Accounts Payable processes and statuses to non-accounts payable colleagues. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Strong work ethic.
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $88,800.00 to USD $108,800.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
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