Senior Manager, Accounts Payable

At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.

Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management, our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.  

Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality….designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.

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We are looking for a Senior Manager, Accounts Payable to join our growing team! In this role, you will oversee the Accounts Payable department, related systems and general ledger integrations, and business relationships. You will supervise and train all staff members in the department. You will maintain current accounts, develop invoice processing systems, oversee annual 1099 reporting, and oversee escheat reporting.  You will develop and maintain vendor relationships and reviews expenses. You will also work hand-in-hand with multiple leaders in Company departments, including Accounting, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, and others.

As a Senior Manager, Accounts Payable, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Further enhance, develop, implement, improve, and enforce new and existing operating documentation, policies, procedures and controls to increase payment and payable accuracy, transparency, and efficiency
• Manage Accounts Payable subledger in SAP system and multiple other Accounts Payable feeder systems, including invoice, payment processing, vendor master, and others
• Provide hands-on, effective, participative leadership and supervision of team of at least 5 employees
• Lead and manage large-scale Accounts Payable transition from prior business and entity owner / manager as part of Transition Services Agreement
• Hire, teach, train, motivate, lead by example, and evaluate Accounts Payable team members
• Report on Accounts Payable operating metrics and measure performance against department goals and internal customer requirements
• Provide testing support as needed on Accounts Payable systems (SAP, Ariba, Kofax/ITC)
• Represent Brightspeed as one of key points of contact with Company vendors and suppliers.
• Partner with Procurement function on end-to-end procure to pay (P2P) design, implementation and effectiveness
• Track case management of team’s daily work
• Lead process and technology improvement areas including EDI automation, vendor communication and credit application maintenance
• Ensure timely payment, management, and processing of all vendor invoices for Company spend in excess of $500 million
• Own 1099 and other regulatory filing processes, including escheat filings performed by third-party vendor
• Assist and support in Accounting, Internal and External Audit, and other Finance and Operations activities

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

• 15 + years Accounts Payable experience; 5+ years of management experience.
• Experience with project/program management, with responsibility for oversight of a diverse project team and/or other programs
• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance or related field)
• In-depth understanding of how function integrates with business and commercial awareness
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Possess a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, joining data sets, ability to create comprehensive reports
• Experience with prioritizing and problem-solving
• Strong written, and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical, judgment, and decision-making skills
• Relationship-building skills and strong interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills

BONUS POINTS FOR:

• SAP experience
• Experience in early development and/or rapidly growing organization

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WHY JOIN US?

We aspire to contemporary ways of working.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End – East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits. 

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. 

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.

Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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