Accounts Payable Manager

UnitedMasters | Translation•New York, NY

2d•$100,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

UnitedMasters is building a marketplace that connects artists, brands and fans - empowering artists to earn and grow. UnitedMasters has taken the bold step of building a music distribution service that, radically, puts artists first - disrupting the legacy music business by letting up-and-coming artists distribute their music directly to fans through streaming services while maintaining ownership of their master recording rights and up to 100% of royalties. Through the combination of UnitedMasters’ music distribution platform and its deep ties to brands, UnitedMasters enables independent artists and change-makers to grow and earn unlike any other platform. The UnitedMasters team is made up of musicians, marketers, engineers, and storytellers with backgrounds from YouTube, SoundCloud, Pandora, Facebook, Uber, Dropbox, Complex, VICE, and more. We work hand in hand with the award-winning creative teams that forge those innovative partnerships at Translation (our in-house creative advertising agency). We are looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to join UnitedMasters! In this role, you’ll own the end-to-end accounts payable function, managing vendor onboarding, invoice processing, payments, month-end close, and audit support. You’ll partner cross-functionally to ensure accurate, timely payments, maintain strong controls and compliance, and deliver clear AP and cash-flow reporting in a fast-paced, creative environment. This role is based in Brooklyn, New York with four days in-office and one day remote.

Requirements

Strong understanding of accounts payable fundamentals, including invoice processing, payment workflows, and aging analysis
Experience managing international wire transfers, with preference for Brazil and Africa
Proven ability to perform detailed reconciliations, cost reclassifications, and ad hoc financial analysis
Experience managing vendor relationships and supplier onboarding, including documentation collection (W-9s, banking details, contracts)
Ability to review and interpret contracts for payment, compliance, and accounting implications
5+ years of experience in vendor setup and accounts payable transaction processing
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

Experience with NetSuite and Bill.com
Experience in an agency, content production, media, or music industry environment

Responsibilities

Oversee the full AP cycle: invoice intake and validation, three-way matching (where applicable), approval workflows, and vendor reconciliations.
Manage vendor onboarding and ongoing relationships to ensure the accurate setup and maintenance of vendor records and timely, accurate payment of invoices.
Gather and maintain required documentation including W-9s, bank details, executed contracts, and other compliance-related client/vendor records.
Lead and execute month-end AP close activities, including reconciliations, audit support (PBC requests, walkthroughs, and evidence documentation).
Ensure compliance with U.S. tax regulations, regulatory requirements, and internal policies related to accounts payable.
Process vendor invoices, manage approval workflows, and prepare weekly payment batches
Produce accurate and timely AP and cash-flow reports, including aging analyses and management summaries.
Maintain and enforce AP controls and vendor onboarding standards
Prepare domestic and international wire payments
Develop short-term cash-flow forecasts to support business planning
Deliver accurate reports to management in order to to meet daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines
Maintain 3rd party platforms such as Bill.com
Manage vendor tax reporting requirements, including 1099 preparation and filing
Support audits and contribute to process improvements