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ICANN · 1 day ago

Manager, Accounting Operations

ICANN is a global organization focused on managing the internet's domain name system. The Manager of Accounting Operations is responsible for overseeing Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while driving process improvements and managing a team.

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Hiring Manager
Eric De Dominic
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Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) teams, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections
Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that improve the efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls of AR and AP processes
Identify and implement process improvement opportunities, automation initiatives, and best practices in AR and AP function
Design, automate, and optimize accounting processes to meet the needs of a dynamic organization
Oversee customer billing, collections, credit management, and dispute resolution
Manage vendor relationships and payment terms, ensuring timely and accurate payments while optimizing cash management
Review and approve AR and AP related journal entries
Review account reconciliations for AR and AP subledgers to the general ledger
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies
Generate and review AR/AP reports and metrics for management to support decision-making
Provide leadership, coaching, and development to team members to build capability and engagement
Collaborate with auditors (external and internal) by preparing required schedules and supporting documentation
Work with other departments on a wide range of organizational objectives, including Travel, E&IT, and GDS teams
Perform ad hoc and special projects as required

Qualification

AccountingGAAPAccounts ReceivableAccounts PayableERP SystemsMicrosoft ExcelPeople ManagementLearning AgilityProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
CPA or CMA preferred
Knowledge of GAAP and financial systems best practices
8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role
Strong knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general accounting principles
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Detail-oriented with high level of accuracy
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong people management skills with conflict mitigation and coaching abilities
Able to work independently; demonstrates good personal judgment
Commitment to integrity, compliance, and confidentiality
Strong knowledge of accounting system design and internal control environment
Ability to work under pressure while prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from executives, managers, colleagues, associates, and other ICANN staff
Learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and adaptability in assuming new responsibilities and handling unfamiliar material
Fluency, both written and spoken, in English is required

Preferred

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated skills in additional languages besides English

Benefits

10% Bonus
Benefits

Company

ICANN (pronounced eye-can) is the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. It's a non-profit corporation that was created in

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Kurtis Lindqvist
President and CEO
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Champika Wijayatunga
Regional Technical Engagement Manager - Asia Pacific
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