Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. NTT Global Data Centers operates a global network of data centers that supports businesses in scaling their digital operations. The Manager, Accounts Payable oversees daily accounts payable operations, supervises the AP team, and ensures accurate, timely, and compliant invoice and payment processing. The role also partners with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, support audits and close activities, and improve AP processes and systems.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end AP operations, including invoice processing, payment runs, vendor reconciliations, and close activities
- Ensure AP transactions are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with company policies and approval frameworks
- Monitor daily workload, prioritize tasks, and resolve operational issues
- Review and approve payments, invoices, and adjustments within assigned authority levels
- Act as a key point of contact for vendor inquiries and escalations
- Resolve complex invoice discrepancies and payment issues
- Maintain strong working relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders
- Support accurate vendor master data maintenance in coordination with relevant teams
- Supervise, coach, and support AP team members, including Specialists and Team Leads
- Coordinate work allocation, coverage, and performance monitoring
- Support onboarding, training, and skills development for the AP team
- Provide performance feedback and input into development discussions
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and regulatory standards
- Review and monitor AP controls, approvals, and documentation
- Support internal and external audits by providing schedules, documentation, and explanations
- Identify control gaps or process risks and implement corrective actions
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance AP efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
- Participate in AP system enhancements, automation initiatives, and workflow improvements
- Maintain and update AP procedures, documentation, and operating guidelines
- Support change management efforts related to process or system updates
- Partner with Procurement, Treasury, Accounting, and FP&A teams to ensure smooth end-to-end payables processes
- Support month-end close by coordinating AP accruals, reconciliations, and reporting inputs
- Provide operational insights and metrics to the Senior Manager as needed
Skills
- Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and internal controls
- Experience managing AP teams and operational workflows
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance
- Strong problem-solving and issue-resolution skills
- Effective communicator with vendors and internal stakeholders
- Organized, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities
- Collaborative leadership style with a continuous improvement mindset
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- 7–10 years of progressive accounts payable or finance operations experience
- Experience supervising or leading AP teams
- Proven experience managing invoice processing, payment cycles, and vendor reconciliations
- Exposure to internal controls, SOX environments, and audit support
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Excel
- Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment
- Perform work during US business hours and time zones
- Travel may be required
- Perform work from a remote location with stable internet connection
- Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CA, CIMA, CMA) is preferred
- Experience in a shared services or multi-entity environment preferred
Benefits
- This is a remote position
- A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device.
- All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance.
- Paid time-off
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Life and supplemental insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Flexible spending account
- 401k retirement plan
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