Accounts Payable Manager

Pacific Life

1d • $121,770 - $148,830 • Onsite

About The Position

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own. We’re actively seeking a talented Accounts Payable Manager to join our Global Procurement Solutions in Newport Beach, CA. You’ll work at our state-of-the-art Newport Beach headquarters. As an Accounts Payable Manager for Pacific Life, you’ll join a dynamic, global team and use your passion and experience to make a difference every day. The ideal candidate will bring strong day-to-day operational experience in a global company, knowledge of relative Coupa/Oracle/PeopleSoft functionality, a passion for data and the drive for continuous improvement. Working closely with cross-functional teams such as Risk, Audit, FP/A and Sourcing, you’ll drive process enhancement, maintain compliance, provide exceptional service and use data to get us there. This role will also lead a US based team of AP professionals

Requirements

• 2+ years’ functional experience with relative Peoplesoft and Coupa modules (required)
• Demonstrated interpersonal & communications skills (written and verbal) and the ability to collaborate with others effectively
• Proficiency in data analysis, visualization & related tools and software
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and dynamic priorities under tight time frames
• 8+ years of experience in accounts payable and AP management
• 4+ years’ experience in leading & developing teams
• 4-year degree or equivalent work experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the life insurance industry
• Skills in Coupa, PeopleSoft, Oracle, data analysis and related applications
• Experience in a global company managing multiple sets of currencies, invoicing scenarios and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated skills as a leader and developer of talent
• A proven track record of continuous improvement, collaborative solutioning and unwavering attention to financial controls

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations and ensure timely, and accurate, processing of payment requests, including manual and automated processes
• Deliver consistently exceptional customer service to business partners and suppliers
• Manage and provide divisional support in annual 1099 reporting and year end close activities
• Provide leadership support and guidance to AP staff. Manage development, training and team & personal objectives to build a best-in-class AP team.
• Collaborate with internal business partners to drive P2P process improvement and efficiency while also supporting enterprise projects and objectives
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, regulatory requirements and internal controls
• Build and maintain relationships with US based and global business partners
• Onboard and maintain relationships with Pacific Life suppliers while driving efficiency and accuracy in the supplier master
• Use your analytical skills to deliver data based operational metrics and identify & implement efficiencies

Benefits

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees