AP Manager

About Fisker Inc.  

California-based Fisker Inc. is revolutionizing the automotive industry by developing the most emotionally desirable and eco-friendly electric vehicles on Earth. Passionately driven by a vision of a clean future for all, the company is on a mission to become the No. 1 e-mobility service provider with the world’s most sustainable vehicles. To learn more, visit www.FiskerInc.com – and enjoy exclusive content across Fisker’s social media channels: FacebookInstagramTwitterYouTube and LinkedIn. Download the revolutionary new Fisker mobile app from the App Store or Google Play store. 

Role Overview

As a newly public EV company based in Los Angeles, California, Fisker, Inc. looking for a highly motivated AP Manager with a "can do" attitude, critical thinking skills, analytical mind, solution orientation, and excellent interpersonal skills to support our business as we position ourselves for growth. The primary role of this position will be to create processes and procedures to maintain the vendor history and process payments to vendors according to rules established. This role will report directly to the Controller and communicate regularly with Senior Accountant and CAO. Fisker will be reporting on its internal controls over financial reporting. The role will also require familiarity with internal controls and processes over accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Responsibilities

  • Creating Policies and Procedures surrounding AP function and vendor maintenance
  • Working with Controller to develop and establish rules to preserve cash flow
  • To generate accurate accruals at month-end and monitor actuals received against it
  • Assist in Month-end and develop process related to ensure quick AP Close
  • Assist in Audit functions as relates to AP
  • Mentor and manage AP Staff
  • Knowledge of Indirect taxes, for eg. Sales Tax, VAT, customs etc
  • Filing of Indirect tax Returns on need basis
  • Ensure all inquiries, payments & invoices are processed accurately and timely using software and ERP systems.
  • Complete new vendor packets, ensuring proper supporting information is compiled.
  • Research and respond to inquiries- responding timely and professionally.
  • Maintain a process to ensure the integrity and accuracy of AP data by preparing monthly reconciliations.
  • Ensuring consistent and accurate GL coding.
  • Handle Account payable month-end journal entries and accounts.
  • Participate in and contribute to the financial audit process including preparation of audit schedules related to payroll & accounts payable.
  • Process transfer of information exported into / imported from stock option service provider and ensure option information is accurately maintained on a timely basis.
  • Prepare supporting documents and assist with annual audit process.
  • Partner with third-party tax service provider to ensure timely reconciliation and review of quarterly and year-end tax filings.
  • Understanding of internal controls over initiation, authorization, processing, recording, and reporting of AP transactions.
  • Complete ad hoc projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
  • Vehicle Industry experience is required
  • 7-8 years accounts payable experience.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
  • Experience with Bill.com, QuickBooks, Equity Edge, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, SAP & other ERP systems will be a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with a strong sense of urgency.
  • Organized with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff and management.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Organisation: 
Fisker Inc