Accounts Payable Specialist

Out-of-Home (OOH) is the fastest growing channel in advertising. From billboards to retail media to urban panels, 98% of us see at least one OOH advertisement every week. It’s a part of life. As the pioneer in OOH technology, we build solutions that help brands find their audience in the right place at the right time, on digital signage networks around the corner, or around the world. 

About us:

Vistar Media is the home of out-of-home (OOH). As a global ad tech company and the world's largest digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising marketplace, we offer technology designed to make buying and selling OOH media easier. Our goal is simple: to help the world's marketers leverage OOH's unique ability to motivate and delight. 

From strategic partnerships with major media owner networks to executing impactful campaigns with renowned global brands such as Nestlé, Porsche, Target, and Levi's, our team is filled with passionate, innovative, and collaborative problem solvers, engaging and entertaining consumers like you in the real world. Find your home in out-of-home - find your people at Vistar.

About the role:

The Finance Team sits at the global intersection of critical analysis and operational function, housing Accounting, FP&A, and Corporate Development. The Accounting division of our Finance team is looking for a proactive and detailed Accounts Payable Specialist. The Accounts Payable Specialist will work closely with, and collaborate, with the team on tasks like monthly closing, expenses, payables, banking and general accounting support. This is a great opportunity to join a well supported team, and partner with a variety of cross functional teams.

• Perform day-to-day full cycle payables processing and ensure the accurate coding of vendor payables, corporate credit card transactions, employee expense reimbursement in adherence to company policies. Act as point of contact for all stakeholders.
• Prepare bi-monthly payments requests via ACH/Wire and creates and maintains all banking templates.
• Own all communication flowing through our AP alias with timely responses and a great customer service attitude.
• Process all tax payments and filings across various US states and international entities. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Support month-end close procedures, such as preparation of journal entries, bank reconciliation, account reconciliation, AP aging analysis, resolving vendor discrepancies and more.
• Assist with process documentation and be able to work cross-functionally.
• Identify and implement improvements to existing processes, and display the willingness to take on special projects both individually and as part of a team.
• Ad Hoc projects, audit support, annual 1099 filing and other tasks based on team and business needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2 – 3 years of experience in an accounts payable role.
• Knowledge of full end to end cycle accounts payables processes.
• Proficiency in Excel; pivot tables, lookups, etc.
• Proficiency in NetSuite, Zendesk, and JPM Banking preferred.

• Data-driven with strong critical thinking abilities, highly organized and detail oriented individual.
• Enjoy diving into complex issues to find solutions with a “can do” attitude, but also working in a flexible, supportive, and energetic team-environment.
• Strong communication, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about accounting and have experience working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. Must be a quick learner and comfortable with ambiguity and multitasking.
• Highly motivated individual with the drive to learn and who knows how to work independently and within a team.  

• Flexible, fun start-up environment and culture
• An approachable and accessible C-Suite
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401k + match
• Quarterly Lifestyle Stipend
• Unlimited PTO and summer Fridays
• Company-wide and team specific entertainment budgets for team building 
• Sponsored Volunteer Events and Vistar Gives Back program
• An awesome and supportive bunch of people to work with and learn from

At Vistar Media, we carefully consider a wide range of factors, including experience, skills, and other relevant business considerations. These considerations can cause compensation to vary.  Please note that the salary range information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position under New York City law for New York City applicants.  The salary range estimate for this position as performed in New York City is $70,000 - $73,000 plus bonus potential, comprehensive health benefits, 401k with company match, and a lifestyle stipend.  The salary range for this position as performed outside of New York City may vary.  The actual pay will be at Vistar Media’s sole discretion, and determined by factors including but not limited to geographic location, skills, qualifications, and experience.

If you’re ambitious, highly driven, and interested in making an impact, Vistar is the place for you. Apply to join our team… we’ll see you out there.

Recruiting fraud is a serious issue facing jobseekers. Please be aware that Vistar Media would never require personal information (such as bank account information) during the interview process. Should an employee from Vistar Media reach out to you, that communication will come from an @vistarmedia.com email address. During a typical interview process, you will have several phone, video, and/or in-person interviews with multiple Vistar Media employees before a hiring decision is made. We do not require payment from applicants for training or other costs incurred, nor do we offer compensation before hiring.