The Company:

Czarnowski Collective is, quite literally, the sum of its parts. It’s a banner, under which, you’ll find four distinct studios: Czarnowski, Public School, Infusion, and assembly. While each studio has unique capabilities, the approach to building stand-out brand experiences is the same: We wonder. That means, every project is met with informed curiosity and imagination to deliver remarkable experiences that inspire audiences around the world.

Czarnowski combines operations, strategy, design, and fabrication to create exhibits and events that engage communities, generate brand enthusiasm and educate consumers. It’s been 75 years since we’ve opened our doors, but we’re still not resting on our reputation or accolades. We’re wondering “what if…,” anticipating what’s next, and embracing our role within Czarnowski Collective as forward-thinkers for forward-thinking brands.

Joining Czarnowski Collective means the opportunity to be more than a number, more than a job title, more than a spectator. We are a collective of dreamers and thinkers, doers and makers…and we’re in search of more of the same to join the ranks.

The Purpose:

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the development of our Accounts Payable Team. As our Accounts Payable Manager, you will be critical to our organization's success while ensuring all financial obligations to vendors, suppliers, and other entities are accurately processed and paid in a timely manner. In addition, you will manage, coach, and develop your team of AP Specialists to assist with their growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity where you will be able to showcase your leadership skills while developing and redefining our AP department and building strategy to help us scale.

The Job:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable department, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, expense reports, and payments.
• Lead and mentor the AP team (provide training, conduct regular performance evaluations, workflow assignments, etc.)
• Monitor and manage the workload distribution among team members and business cycle productivity
• Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers, address inquiries, and resolve any discrepancies in a professional and timely manner
• Executes continuous process improvements for accounts payable systems, writing procedures, and policies to improve efficiency
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and analysis related to accounts payable, contributing to accurate financial statements to support reporting, metric review, or general inquiries
• Manage internal relationships with operations, perform inter-company reconciliations
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and internal controls in the accounts payable and expense reporting processes
• Review and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers by addressing payment inquiries or discrepancies promptly
• Manage internal relationships with operations, perform inter-company reconciliations
• Issue checks, ACH payments and occasional international wires
• Manage the 1099-NEC, INT, and MISC filing process
• Manage the Accounts Payable service queue, handling any escalations
• Collaborate with Operations and Accounting peers to ensure any issues are being addressed
• Research discrepancies of financial information and/or documentation (e.g., purchase orders, vendors, invoices, etc.) to ensure accuracy and adherence to procedures prior to processing

The Person:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting is preferred
• 7-10 years of Accounts Payable experience
• 3-5 years of management experience, preferably in a large, high volume environment
• Extensive knowledge of accounting and management principles and accounts payable procedures
• Previous vendor and/or account reconciliation experience (Unvouched Receipts, Goods Receipt vs. Invoice Received reconciliation, open payables discounts aging analysis, vendor open balances, accruals, etc.).
• Motivation to develop and maintain internal and external relationships
• Microsoft Suite experience (Dynamics 365, Outlook, Teams, Excel)
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organization, planning and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze information and processes
• Proven skils to prioritize, multitask and meet deadlines while working well under pressure
• Travel Requirement 10%

Collective Culture Core Values:

We recognize that the success of our business rests with the skills and efforts of our people, and in return for their contributions, our employees can expect a flexible work environment that delivers on the 10 principles that define our company culture:

• We celebrate creativity, curiosity, innovation and imagination.
• We are humble and respectful.
• We act with honesty and integrity.
• We empower and trust one another.
• We embrace individuality and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• We champion initiatives that bolster diversity, equity and inclusion.
• We prioritize safe, ethical and sustainable business practices.
• We foster a culture of meritocracy - rewarding skills and abilities, instead of influence.
• We always deliver.
• We don’t take ourselves too seriously.

Through several existing and future initiatives, Czarnowski Collective is exploring thoughtful and creative ways to embrace individuality, and more effectively champion diversity, equity and inclusion across our network.

EEO Statement

Czarnowski Collective is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We don't just accept difference – we honor, nurture, and celebrate it! All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We don’t discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.