Accounts Payable & Expense Manager

REACH YOUR POTENTIAL | COLLABORATE WITH AMAZING PEOPLE | MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

Do you have the skills, passion, and commitment to transform our clients for the better? Are you ready to be a changemaker? If so, join us.

North Highland is the world’s leading change and transformation consultancy. Simply put, we make change happen like no one else. And we’re on the hunt for an AP & Expense Manager. This position assumes responsibility for all aspects of the accounts payable and expense report function for the Firm. This role will report directly to the Controller.

YOU WILL:

• Oversee the accuracy of invoice processing, supplier setup, expense report review, and payment processing.
• Manage the contingent worker self-bill process.
• Mentor and manage AP staff, as well as assist the team in resolving any obstacles encountered.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the AP and expense reporting functions to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Gate keeper for all procedure documentation, revisions, and implementation of updates in the AP system.
• Participate in and support month-end and year-end close/audit activities.
• Monitor team KPIs to ensure goals on accuracy and timeliness are being maintained.
• Coordinate with all levels of employees, including senior management, to ensure proper coding and approval of invoices, including the identification of prepaid expenses and fixed assets.
• Work closely with Treasury to process wire payments/transfers in both USD and foreign currencies
• Provide informed responses to internal customers and train them on processes and process changes.
• Prepare 1099s and UK PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) calculation on an annual basis, leveraging internal resources and external support as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as needs are identified.

IDEALLY, WE’D LIKE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• 5+ years professional experience in a directly applicable field with increasing levels of responsibility
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word)
• Unquestioned integrity and excellent professional judgment
• Success in quickly learning new systems and tools to manage business functions.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Reconciliation and financial analysis experience preferred.
• Workday experience is a plus.

EXPECTATIONS:

• Productivity – completes all work within the expected timeframe.
• Accuracy of Work – completes all work in an accurate manner with few, if any, mistakes (especially with data).
• Business Acumen – demonstrates capacity to operate role in line with the business needs, requirements, and changes.
• Relationship Management – forms and maximizes relationships with business partners through effective and timely communication, responsiveness, knowledge share, and a solution-oriented approach.
• HR Expertise – demonstrates HR expertise through decision-making and solutioning.
• Communication – provides clear messaging through emails, NH Weekly updates, power point presentations, etc. to inform and influence the business.
• Cultural Awareness – demonstrates and utilizes an awareness of our culture and how data impacts, informs, and influences our culture.

TRANSFORMING CLIENTS. TRANSFORMING CAREERS.

Success—for both our clients and our colleagues—is all about putting people first and doing great things together. We believe that when we work as one team, we can take action today to build lasting capability for tomorrow.

We strive to have the most enviable culture on the planet, inspiring people to reach their full potential. Here’s how we make it happen:

• Intentional, flexible growth. We never want you to settle. Leading your own growth and transformation is your prerogative—one which we’ll help you nurture and develop every step of the way. We’ll inspire you to learn, teach, and ultimately carve your own path. That means you grow, we grow, and so do our clients.
• People-first, and then some. It goes without saying that people come first, but what comes next? Our people are always at the heart; your wellbeing and success is built on a collective understanding that every one of us can be a coach, a friend, and a fantastic listener—regardless of job title. We think of it as a celebration of individuality, difference, and diversity.
• Make your own change happen. With us, your curiosity and creativity know no bounds. The reins are off. All we ask is that you have the courage to transform yourself and those around you—colleagues and clients alike. If you’ve got the drive to become a changemaker, we’ll do the rest.

READY TO MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

North Highland makes change happen, helping businesses transform by placing people at the heart of every decision. It’s how lasting progress is made. With our blend of workforce, customer, and operational expertise, we’re recognized as the world’s leading transformation consultancy. We broke new ground today, so tomorrow is easier to navigate.

Founded in 1992, North Highland is regularly named one of the best places to work. We are a proud member of Cordence Worldwide, a global network of truly connected consultancy firms with the ability to think and deliver together.

This means North Highland has more than 3,500 experts in 50+ offices around the globe on hand to partner with you.
For more information, visit northhighland.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Please note that applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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