Job Description:
About us:
Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world's largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America's largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor's Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).
About the Role
The AP Analyst provides financial, administrative and clerical support by ensuring payments are completed and expenses are controlled by receiving payments, processing, verifying and reconciling invoices according to established policies and procedures. You will work independently and take the initiative to resolve issues and suggest solutions for the betterment of the team and organization. You will report to the Sr. Manager, GFO, AP and be based in our Princeton, New Jersey office.
You Will:
Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances
Monitor discount opportunities; scheduling and preparing checks; ensure credit is received for outstanding memos
Verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions
Review aged creditor reports and clear outstanding credits and unpaid invoices
Handle daily reconciliation of invoice interfaces
Handle workflow exceptions and clear them from the system according to established procedures
Review all applicable invoices to determine correct application of non-resident withholding tax
Take ownership of Accounts Payable mailbox ensuring queries are responded to in a timely and professional manner
Review and analyze vendor spend reports to identify costs that can be pushed over to Purchase Orders
Assist in month end close processes
Analyze current processes and recommend improvements
Assist with gathering document support for SOX and financial audits
Vendor creation. Review and validate records for all new vendors and register them on the AP system
Vendor maintenance. Validate any requested changes to vendor records following our compliance policy
You Have:
Undergraduate degree and preferably with at least 1 year experience in the above areas (recent graduate with relevant internship experience will also be considered)
SAP experience is a plusBasic knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards and compliance requirements
General math skills and excellent data entry skills
Proficiency in MS Office, including the ability to operate computerized accounting and spreadsheet programs
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality
Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills, a critical thinker
Effective verbal, listening and written communication skills
Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines
Our Benefits
Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
Education Benefits
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Family Care Benefits
Commuter Transit Program
Subscription Discounts
Employee Referral Program
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Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.
Business Area: Dow Jones - Finance
Job Category: Finance
Union Status:
Union role
Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world’s top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron’s, MarketWatch and Financial News.
This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.
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Req ID: 40467
