ABOUT NOVVA & CIM GROUP:
NOVVA, a leader in hyperscale data centers is looking for an Accounting Manager. You will be joining a customer focused company that provides tailored, sustainable, secure wholesale enterprise colocation solutions across the country.
CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we strive to make an even greater impact in the years to come. Join us and make an impact today!
POSITION PURPOSE:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Accounts Payable leader to lead the consolidated AP and Expense Management function across our multi-entity platform. This role will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining robust payables operations, standardizing processes across our portfolio companies, and providing exceptional client service to our third-party vendors and employees. The ideal candidate thrives in a complex, fast-paced environment and has proven experience implementing and maintaining payables operations in a multi-entity or roll-up environment.
This position will require significant interaction with the entire organization. The ideal candidate is someone who brings instant credibility because of his or her accomplishments. He/she must be able to address technical and business questions and have the interpersonal skills to guide employees throughout the entire payables and expense management cycle.
Oversee end-to-end invoice processing and expense management operations across all entities plus any subsequent acquisitions, ensuring accurate categorization and timeliness.
Manage vendor onboarding processes to securely obtain required information for tax compliance and reporting purposes.
Develop and implement robust payment processing schedules for the organization, establishing clear expectations for our employees and third-party vendors.
Ensure accurate coding of transactions for accounting purposes, including general ledger account, location, subsidiary, and department dimensions along with sufficient description information to provide clarity to users.
Oversee the administration of corporate credit cards including monthly spend limits, default coding, approval hierarchies, and spend-type limitations.
Drive expense report compliance across the organization to ensure accuracy and timeliness of submissions and gathering of appropriate supporting documentation.
Support month-end close and streamline the general ledger reporting needs for all payables-related activities.
Develop and maintain payables policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure data integrity and compliance.
Respond to inquiries with a high level of confidentiality, accuracy, and customer service.
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing AP team across multiple locations.
Develop talent and foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.
Assist with internal and external audits and documentation requests.
Oversee vendor management process including appropriate confirmation of changes in vendor details in line with company policy.
Extensive knowledge of best practices in the accounts payable area, including W-9s, 1099 reporting, and vendor record management.
Knowledge of industry best practices in processes to verify vendor details and manage external fraud risk.
5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience with at least 2 years in a manager-level role or above.
Strong understanding of AP best practices, internal controls, and accounting principles.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience in a multi-entity, roll-up, or private equity-backed environment, a plus.
Experience in a shared services or high-volume AP environment, a plus.
Experience with NetSuite, a plus.
High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Customer-service mindset when supporting employees and vendors.
