The Role
Processes vendor invoices and employee expense reports, validates documentation and approvals, matches purchase orders, codes transactions, manages payment inquiries, prepares weekly payment runs, handles intercompany transactions, maintains records, and supports general ledger reconciliation. The role also manages the accounts payable inbox, communicates with vendors and employees, performs reporting, and provides backup coverage for another Accounts Payable Specialist.
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At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.
Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow.
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Job Summary: The role of the Accounts Payable Specialist responsible for accurately and efficiently processing vendor invoices and expense reports on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy and procedures
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Execute administrative activities for processing vendor invoices including validating appropriate documentation and approvals, matching invoices to purchase orders if applicable, coding in the accounting system for payment, and responding to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Adhere to company policies, processes and procedures to effectively manage delinquent accounts, manage accounts payable inbox, and collaborate with vendors to reinforce company policies regarding outstanding payments.
- Validate the accuracy and completeness of employee expenses, inform employees of any discrepancies, respond to inquiries, and perform data entry within company deadlines.
- Prepare and process weekly payment runs and any inter-company transactions.
- Work with general ledger accounting team on any discrepancies in vendor invoice and payment recordings.
- Ongoing maintenance of files and documents and perform reporting as requested.
- Maintain back-up position for the second Accounts Payable Specialist.
Minimum Required Qualifications
- College Degree (or equivalent) in accounting or a related field is required.
- Minimum of 4-6 years of relevant accounts payable experience is preferred, with at least 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.
- Working knowledge and familiarity with accounts payable and general ledgers is required.
- Working knowledge in accounts payable is preferred.
- Working knowledge of NetSuite is preferred.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite is required, specifically Excel.
- Advanced compliance, attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced time management and ability to work under strict and established deadlines, attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Advanced customer service and communication skills to understand customer queries and clarify information, policies or processes.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Cision is the global leader in consumer and media intelligence, engagement, and communication solutions. We equip PR and corporate communications, marketing, and social media professionals with the tools they need to excel in today's data driven world. Our deep expertise, exclusive data partnerships, and award-winning products, including CisionOne, Brandwatch, and PR Newswire, enable over 75,000 companies and organizations, including 84% of the Fortune 500, to see and be seen, understand and be understood by the audiences that matter most to them.
Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com.
Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.
Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]
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Skills Required
- College degree or equivalent in accounting or a related field
- At least 2-3 years of experience in a similar accounts payable role
- 4-6 years of relevant accounts payable experience
- Working knowledge of accounts payable and general ledgers
- Working knowledge of NetSuite
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
- Advanced compliance, attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Advanced time management and organizational skills; ability to meet strict deadlines
- Advanced customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Cision Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cision and has not been reviewed or approved by Cision.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off and paid holidays, including days like Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth, are highlighted alongside flexible or unlimited PTO and volunteer time. Feedback suggests this breadth of leave and schedule flexibility meaningfully supports work–life balance.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage are offered with FSA/HSA options, plus an EAP and dedicated mental‑health resources such as Headspace. Feedback suggests these health and wellbeing elements are a solid part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program is available at date of hire with traditional and Roth options administered via Fidelity, with employer matching and vesting described in plan materials. Feedback suggests this provides mainstream retirement support even if not described as market‑leading.
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The Company
What We Do
Cision is a leading global provider of earned media software and services to public relations and marketing communications professionals. Cision’s software allows users to identify key influencers, craft and distribute strategic content, and measure meaningful impact. Cision has over 4,800 employees with offices in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.
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