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Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager

BelieveNew York, NY, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Accounts Payable Manager

TuneCore is looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to own and optimize our vendor payment and reimbursement process, amongst other responsibilities. This role leads end-to-end AP operations and controls partnering cross-functionally to ensure timely, accurate supplier payments, strong internal controls, and continuous process improvements. This is a hands-on, leadership role where you'll both manage day to day execution and drive system / process transformation.

Responsibilities :

  • Oversee the full AP cycle : invoice intake, three-way matching (where applicable), approvals, payments, and vendor reconciliations.
  • Ensure timely and accurate processing using Basware and Sage X3; manage payment runs and funding files.
  • Triage and resolve escalated vendor inquiries and payment exceptions.

Controls, compliance & month-end :

  • Maintain and enforce AP controls (SOX-lite / internal controls) and vendor onboarding standards.
  • Lead month-end AP close activities, reconciliations, and audit support (PBCs, walkthroughs, evidence requests).
  • Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory and internal policy requirements related to payables.
  • Systems, process improvement & reporting :

  • Own AP-related system configurations, mappings, and upgrades; partner with Tech / ERP teams on SAGE / Basware improvements.
  • Identify and implement automation and process-efficiency opportunities (OCR, PO enforcement, automation of approvals).
  • Produce AP and cash-flow reports, aging analyses, and KPI dashboards.
  • People & stakeholder management :

  • Lead and develop AP staff; balance coaching and hands-on execution as needed.
  • Build and maintain strong vendor relationships; negotiate payment terms and resolve disputes.
  • Collaborate with Procurement, HR Ops (payroll interactions), Treasury, and Finance leadership.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field related to the role.

    4+ years AP experience, including hands-on processing and vendor management.

    Direct experience with ERP systems (Sage X3 preferred) and AP automation platforms (Basware or similar).

    Strong Excel skills and comfort building basic reporting / dashboards.

    Demonstrated experience implementing controls and supporting audits.

    People-leadership experience (managing, coaching or mentoring AP staff).

    Experience in a fast-growth / tech company or multi-entity environment.

    Prior involvement in ERP implementation or major AP automation projects.

    Familiarity with US tax / tax reporting requirements related to vendor payments and 1099 handling.

    Process improvement or project management experience (Lean / Six Sigma exposure a plus).

    Salary Range : $83,000- $100,000

    This role will be based out of our Brooklyn, NY office. TuneCore operates on a hybrid model giving our teams flexibility and choice in how they work. Employees have the option to work from our office 8 days per month on a flexible schedule organized at the department level.

    Our Values :

    TuneCore is a team of creators, for creators. Our mission is to support our artists and labels at every stage of their careers. Our driving forces are fairness, expertise, respect and transparency. As global citizens, we believe that if we build more diverse, equitable and inclusive teams across our company, we will collectively create and offer more innovative solutions and better serve our artists, labels, partners, and employees.

    We strive to build a company that reflects the communities we serve and embraces the diversity of the world we live in, where each person's unique perspective is valued, and where everyone has the same opportunities and is supported in their personal and professional growth. From our hiring practices to the culture we create and nurture, we are committed to listening, learning and evolving. Our goal is to make TuneCore an inspirational place that feels comfortable and familiar no matter how you look, where you call home, who you love, what you believe, or what's on your playlist.

    CSR Strategy : Shaping Music for Good

    Our core values are put into action through Shaping Music for Good, Believe and TuneCore's global corporate social responsibility strategy, integrated at all levels of the company and at the heart of our business model.

    We strive to shape the music industry for good by building trusting relationships with artists and partners, investing in the growth and talent development of our local markets, and empowering our community to positively impact society. We work to achieve progress on our core priorities : gender equity, diversity, equity & inclusion, environmental sustainability, and wellness for our employees, artists, and industry partners.

    TuneCore and Believe are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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