Senior Accounts Payable Accountant

Who We Are

Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400,000 points of sale. Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media

 Why Authentic

 You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

What You’ll Do

The Senior Accounts Payable Accountant will join our rapidly growing Finance team and report to the Director, AP. You’ll manage all incoming invoices and will be responsible for the full cycle accounts payable process. You’ll interact with internal and external business partners to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and processes are running efficiently.

What you’ll be working on

• Manage all incoming invoices (via hard copy, Finance email, mail, internal submission)


• Validate invoice to ensure accurate amount, period, and amount. Ensure invoices have the proper approval from department and obtain supporting documentation.  Marketing and other invoices should follow PO approval process.


• Voucher invoices in NetSuite.


• Prepare vendor approval form for each invoice received. Properly categorize general ledger account, entity and brand.  Obtain approval from Account Manager and CFO for each invoice.


• Responsible for American Express card reconciliation. Obtain and match all receipts with credit card charges.  Follow the same voucher process.


• Coordinate with vendor for any invoice discrepancy.


• Assist in filing processed invoices in vendor folders


• Assist in preparing monthly account payable, accrued liabilities and payment analysis.


• Assist AP Manager on ad hoc projects.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree with a finance/business background


• At least 3 years of experience in AP role


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Oracle/NetSuite


• Excellent communication skills verbal and written


• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills


• Ability to be a strong business partner with both internal and external parties


• Flexible availability for month end and ad-hoc projects

Primary Location Salary Range:

$80,000 - $92,500 

Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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