Analyst Accounts Payable

### _Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry._ **Job Description** PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES * Execute all operational activities accurately within defined SLAs and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. * Perform **daily cash reconciliation for AP transactions**, comparing bank statements vs accounting system data * Identify and investigate **unmatched transactions / breaks** and ensure timely resolution * Verify **vendor payments, invoices, and settlement status** to validate recon items * Post necessary **adjustments/journal entries** to clear recon differences * Track and follow up on **open/aged items** and ensure closure within defined timelines * Coordinate with **AP, AR, Treasury, and GL teams** for resolution of discrepancies * Maintain and update **cash reconciliation files and supporting documentation** * Ensure adherence to **controls, SOPs, and audit requirements** * Support **month-end close activities** related to cash and AP reconciliations * Provide **periodic status reports on recon differences and trends** * Collaborate with teams (Accounts Payable, Corporate Accounting, Fund Accounting, & Business Users) ensuring operational activities are executed flawlessly such as cash reconciliations * Execute duties related to the month and quarter end close processes such as reconciling AP Subledger, providing accrual support, and completing all Corporate Accounting Requests * Provide support and analysis to other ad-hoc projects and initiatives as directed by department * Ensure business process/policy documentation is maintained regularly QUALIFICATIONS Education: * University/College Degree required (Business or Accounting preferred) Experience Required: * 2-4 years Accounts Payable experience in a global organization * Preferred someone who has worked as in performing cash reconciliations or payments * Experience using Coupa, Oracle Fusion or any other ERP * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with strong Power Bi Skills * Financial Service Industry experience preferred. General Requirements: • Detailed oriented with the drive to be both accurate, efficient, and organized • Resourceful and a strong problem solver capable of working autonomously • Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and have a balance of analytical, technical and  communication skills (written and verbal) • Adaptability when faced with changing processes or technology • Strong desire to deliver excellent customer service with the ability to be proactive and anticipate the  needs of the business and react accordingly. **Reporting Relationships** Vice President, Global Procurement & Payables _There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active._