Manager - Accounts Payable

About the Company

On a mission to give people limitless access to the vast world of Entertainment, Cineverse’s advanced, proprietary technology drives the distribution of over 70,000 premium films, series, and podcasts.

From providing a complete streaming solution to some of the world’s most recognizable brands, to super-serving our network of fan channels – from direct ad sales partnerships to premium global content – we offer more of the stories that move us, and technology that moves us forward. Industry leaders with a history of innovation, Cineverse is powering the future of Entertainment.

Accounts Payable Manager – Job Description

Cineverse is looking for a hands-on Accounts Payable Manager responsible for companywide AP processing and management with in-depth experience in US GAAP and US accounting. We are looking for a self-starter able to take the initiative, ask questions, detect problems and provide solutions to internal & external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have the ability to multi-task and efficiently manage time across competing activities/resources and manage projects/processes under tight deadlines.

Key Duties:

Responsible for the AP process and function.

Supervises the accounts payable team on all daily activities.

Manages vendor set-up and AP sub-ledger ensuring vendor data is accurate and updated.

Ensure timeliness and accuracy of the entire process as it relates to processing of invoices, payment of invoices, and communicating with external vendors.

Prepare reconciliations and roll forwards.

Support the month-end close process

Have knowledge of and proactively advise on the need for accruals under US GAAP, including systematic and organized reach out to key and recent, material vendors.

Assist with the quarterly reviews and annual audit of the company’s financial statements.

Assist with any IRS audit as needed.

Ensure invoices are coded to the correct general ledger account.

Responsible for preparing/reviewing 1099 tax forms.

Makes recommendations to improve payment process.

Supervise the implementation of systems/submodules to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness in the management and processing of AP.

Responsible for training and supporting accounts payable staff.

Ensure compliance with state and local tax reporting.

Ensure all accounts payable procedures comply with all relevant Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls.

Research all disputed payment issues with relevant vendors.

Ensure the proper level of foreign withholdings and timely remission to the IRS.

Assist in the departmental budgeting process.

Special projects as necessary.

Communicate with Cineverse vendors being highly responsive in US timings email/verbal communication.

Extensive availability to manage the India AP team members and collaborate with US AP team.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum 5-7+ years In-depth experience with US Accounting Systems with US GAAP is a key requirement

Hands on experience in Oracle NetSuite, Coupa or any similar tools is required

Prior experience in handling US vendors for AP tasks including email & verbal communication is required

Work hours 8pm – 5am IST Monday to Friday

Must be willing to be flexible within a remote environment and office when required

Experience managing a lean team in a high-volume transaction processing environment

Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and communication skills

Highly motivated, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting\Finance required

Ideal candidate can execute work and oversee QC of AP work on a weekly schedule.

Preferred Requirements

Knowledge of Ramp is preferred but not required

Master’s degree in Accounting\Finance preferred

Strong background in KPI management, process improvement, and operational leadership

Advanced Excel skills preferred

Process standardization, scalability, and continuous improvement