Associate, Accounts Payable

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute all operational activities accurately within defined SLAs and in accordance with departmental

policies and procedures. This includes but not limited to:

o Invoice Processing – invoice creation, refunds, and reclasses

o Vendor Master – supplier creation, editing supplier details, and supplier deactivation

o Payments – batch payments, duplicate audit, and return payments

• Resolve vendor inquiries (i.e. payment status, remittance advice, etc.) and internal issues (i.e. system

difficulties, processing errors, etc.) in a timely and professional manner owning the issue end-to-end.

• Collaborate with onshore teams (Accounts Payable, Corporate Accounting, Fund Accounting, &

Business Users) ensuring operational activities are executed flawlessly such as cash reconciliations,

fund/deal confirmations, system support, and system reconciliations.

• Execute duties related to the month and quarter end close processes such as reconciling AP

Subledger, providing accrual support, and completing all Corporate Accounting Requests

• Provide support and analysis to other ad-hoc projects and initiatives as directed by department

manager

• Ensure business process/policy documentation is maintained regularly

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• University/College Degree required (Business or Accounting preferred)

Experience Required:

• 1-3 years for Analyst and 4-7 years for Associate, Accounts Payable experience in a global organization
• Preferred someone who has worked as invoice processor in AP.
• Experience using Coupa, Oracle Fusion or any other ERP.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with strong Excel skills
• Financial Service Industry experience preferred.

General Requirements:

• Detailed oriented with the drive to be both accurate, efficient, and organized

• Resourceful and a strong problem solver capable of working autonomously

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and have a balance of analytical, technical and

 communication skills (written and verbal)

• Adaptability when faced with changing processes or technology

• Strong desire to deliver excellent customer service with the ability to be proactive and anticipate the

 needs of the business and react accordingly.

Reporting Relationships

There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.