Accounts Payable Manager

Nuvation Bio•San Francisco, NY

About The Position

Nuvation Bio is a biopharmaceutical company tackling some of the greatest unmet needs in oncology by developing differentiated and novel therapeutic candidates. Our vision is to significantly change the practice of oncology by developing medicines that provide truly meaningful improvements in quality of life and survival for people with cancer. The Accounts Payable Manager will be responsible for processing, reviewing, and managing accounts payable transactions in a fast-paced, publicly traded biopharmaceutical environment. This role supports timely and accurate invoice processing, vendor management, payment execution, and compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and company policies. This position will play a key role in scaling accounts payable operations to support the company’s growing commercial activities. The Accounts Payable Manager serves as the subject matter expert for AP processes and partners closely with Finance, Procurement, Legal, Compliance, Commercial, R&D, and other internal stakeholders to ensure scalability, operational efficiency, and audit readiness.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Five or more years of progressive accounts payable experience, preferably in a publicly traded, life sciences, or highly regulated environment
Experience working with ERP systems such as NetSuite
Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, internal controls, and SOX compliance
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Problem-Solver - As an action-oriented self-starter, you’re eager to apply your expertise in diagnosing inefficiencies, determining root causes, and recommending solutions to complex challenges.
Personable - You establish and nurture highly effective relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders that support and advance project goals and objectives.
Credible - Thorough understanding of clinical methodologies and providing sound analytical support, you quickly establish credibility as a reliable resource.
Emotional intelligence , curiosity, and a knack to figure out a way to build something better
Communication - Effectively listens, conveys, and receives ideas. Maintains a consistent flow of information. A strong presenter and effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.
Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership - whether the task is in their role description. Holds yourself and others accountable to execute all tasks at hand through seen and unforeseen circumstances with high quality and integrity.
Adaptability - Can manage in an environment of ambiguity. Embraces the change of a new system, process, technology, or idea in the organization. You could reassess priorities, alter goals and take risks.

Responsibilities

Process high-volume vendor invoices to ensure timely, accurate, and complete processing in the ERP system, including proper coding, approvals, and documentation
Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts, research discrepancies, and resolve issues with internal teams and vendors
Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including ACH, wire, and check payments, in accordance with company policies and approval workflows
Maintain vendor records, including onboarding, W-9 collection, and updates, while ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements
Support compliance with SOX controls, responds to audit requests, and maintains internal documentation standards related to accounts payable
Monitor AP aging, follow up on past-due invoices, and respond to vendor inquiries in a professional and timely manner
Partner with Finance, Procurement, Legal, Compliance, Commercial, R&D, and other stakeholders to support process improvements, system enhancements, automation initiatives, and the evolving needs of a growing commercial organization