Manager, Accounts Payable

Location: Redwood City, CA, USA

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Requisition Number: 151969

Position Title: Manager II, Accounting

External Description:

We are EA

And we make games – how cool is that? In fact, we entertain millions of people across the globe with the most amazing and immersive interactive software in the industry. But making games is hard work. That’s why we employ the most creative, passionate people in the industry.

The Challenge Ahead:

The Accounts Payable shared services department has overall responsibility for handling all U.S. based AP activities, including but not limited to: Invoice and expense report processing, management of corporate card programs, close of AP ledger and expense recognition and accrual, compliance with related policies & procedures, vendor database management, and reporting. EA has a captive shared services center in Hyderabad, India.

What the Manager, Accounts Payable does at EA:

The manager is expected to work collaboratively with the business partners and AP team located in India, manage all AP and certain purchasing activities in accordance with stated policies, procedures, departmental goals and standard practices as defined by management. This position requires full participation in department initiatives, providing technical training and mentoring to the department members and business partners as appropriate while consistently demonstrating EA ACTION values.

Responsible for accurate, timely and complete processing of all AP transactions and coding to General Ledger
Hire, train, evaluate, lead and develop staff.
Develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures
Work collaboratively with off shore AP Operations manager and review department performance via monthly AP SLA metrics
Maintain effective relationships with business partners/ vendors through timely and accurate payment and response to inquiries.
Responsible for accurate and timely completion of AP and Purchasing month-end closing process.
Prepare, review and analyze select general ledger account reconciliations, journal entries and accruals.
Coordinate with Purchasing and Receiving departments to ensure efficient and accurate purchase order processing, matching, and resolution of discrepancies.
Manage the Corporate Card program including Expense Travel / Entertainment program and Purchasing card program.
Maintains policies and procedures for American Express Cards and addresses escalated issues.
Approve and verify monthly JE’s for American Express Cards.
Oversee electronic systems interfaces within Oracle system.
Identify process improvements and new approaches to processes.
Supervise maintenance and filing of AP records in accordance with company guidelines.
Review account activity in AP & Purchasing and monitors trends in invoice processing or aging while escalating priority issues timely.
Lead or participate in special projects to enhance AP & Purchasing technology or to resolve issues raised by other departments.
Provide payables KPI’s and other metrics for measuring efficiencies to senior management.
Work with off shore purchasing team to ensure proper documentation is provided prior to issuance of purchase order.
Monitor, maintain and enhance internal controls in relation to the Accounts Payable, Purchasing and Cash Disbursement functions
Provide assistance with budget-to-actual analysis as needed.
Assist with audit schedules needed for quarterly reviews / annual audits from outside accountants.
Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley and other compliance requirements.
Responsible for the preparation of annual 1099, annual 1042 form, escheatment, and other AP compliance reporting requirements.
Key member of a global team to align AP processes and policies
Responsible for ad-hoc reporting, special projects and other duties as assigned.

The next great EA Accounts Payable Manager also needs:

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance
Minimum 8 years of experience in Accounting/Finance and managing staff of 4 or more employees for at least 5 years. Must have excellent management skills
Proven ability to multi-task, delegate and prioritize tasks.
Excellent track record of planning and delivering cost effective results
Strong knowledge of accounts payable and purchasing processes and ability to work dynamically with a variety of internal business partners and to communicate financial concepts to non-finance people.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Ability to conduct complex analysis and translate user requirements into attainable solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, presentation and customer service skills
Ability to be flexible as a member of multiple teams and across functional areas as well as amongst all levels of management
Effective time management, work prioritization and delegation skills
Excellent analytical and business support skills
Working knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 is strongly preferred
Working knowledge of Oracle R12 is required. Experience with an employee expense tool is preferred. Also must have report experience – Discoverer preferred
Experience with offshore resources is preferred

…and, in general, the potential to sweep us off our feet!

What’s in it for you? Glad you asked!

We love to brag about our great perks like comprehensive health and benefit packages, tuition reimbursement, 401k with company match and, of course, free video games. And since we realize it takes world-class people to make world-class games, we offer competitive compensation packages and a culture that thrives off of creativity and individuality. At EA, we live the “work hard/play hard” credo every day.

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We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 279

Can this position be remote?:

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