Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Summary
The Senior Manager - Accounts Payable is responsible for driving value focusing on process standardization, optimization, automation and digitization. This role reports to the Director – Procure to Pay and is integral in providing business leadership to continue building and reimagining the Accounts Payable function to drive process transformation in our transactional processing activities. Duties include but are not limited to managing the efficiency of our invoice and payment processing, P-Card strategy, vendor account reconciliations and communications with vendors and internal key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience with implementing global AP automation technology solutions and be well versed in lean six sigma and process optimization with a strong understanding of full cycle procure to pay.
Job Specifications:
- Outlet: Corporate
- The budgeted range starts at $89,100 - $121,305 + annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience
- Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time, Year Round
- Other Specifics: Hybrid / Remote
Job Responsibilities:
- Responsible for leading Vail Resorts’ global accounts payable operations
- Standardize and optimize P2P processes, policies and technology enablement to support our various lines of business
- Identify opportunities across Procure to Pay to facilitate process optimization, resource efficiency and automation
- Act as a point of escalation for Accounts Payable and business process owners and ensure timely remediation of issues
- Partner with relevant stakeholders from various departments, including operations, IT, Accounting and Tax, to lead change management initiatives and system implementations
- Develop and report Key Performance Indicators on SLA’s with a focus on providing highest quality service as well as transparency to internal customers
- Act as the champion for process improvement initiatives and investments
- Plan and monitor multiple projects simultaneously to ensure deliverables meet business objectives
- Maintain a controlled process environment, ensure timely completion of tasks, identify and mitigate risk in processes, such as prepare and review monthly reconciliations and journal entries
- Ensure compliance to SOX and Vail Resorts’ internal control framework, providing support for month end close activities, audits and reconciliations as needed
- Develop leadership skills in others by coaching, mentoring, knowledge sharing and reinforcing best practices
- Demonstrate positive and professional attitude towards staff, co-workers, internal and external customers, and management
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Engineering; MBA or MS strongly preferred
- 10+ years of experience in procurement and accounts payables, with demonstrated success in continuous improvement and process optimization.
- 5+ years leadership/management experience leading a highly efficient team
- Outstanding analytical skills with ability to synthesize information, develop insights and communicate effectively in presentations and in-person meetings.
- Deep curiosity and passion for understanding and analyzing financial results in the context of creating shareholder value.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to develop the “story” and form recommendations.
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with strong initiative and ability to multi-task.
- Superb attention to detail balanced by ability to focus on the "big picture."
- Effectively manage and build capabilities and culture for a high performing professional team.
Preferred Skills:
- High intellect and ambition.
- Unquestioned ethics and integrity
- Excellent listener, open to feedback, and communicates with candor and respect.
- Outstanding organizational, analytical and project management skills.
- Connects well with others and highly collaborative team approach to work.
- Excellent individual initiative and objective-oriented drive.
- Ability to handle difficult situations with a high-degree of diplomacy and composure
- Expert in Excel, PowerPoint and experience with Coupa, PeopleSoft is a plus
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $89,100 - $121,305 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Job Benefits
- Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
- MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
- Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Critical Illness and Accident plans
Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment where employees living within 50 miles of the Broomfield office work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays. Employees living outside of a commutable distance can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states* in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.
Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID 501856
Reference Date: 06/13/2024
Job Code Function: Accounting
Job Type: Hybrid- Remote
