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For more than 50 years, IMAX has been a global leader in entertainment technology, redefining how stories are experienced on the world’s biggest screens. Our mission is to power awe-inspiring experiences for audiences around the world.
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We invest in people and empower them to thrive. Our culture is grounded in trust and shaped by a shared belief that our best work happens together. By championing curiosity and encouraging courageous thinking, we push the limits of imagination and create experiences that redefine what’s possible. Careers here are shaped with intention, achievements are shared, and people always come first.
With our global team spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, IMAX brings together proprietary software, world-class architecture, and cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise. Together, we partner with leading filmmakers and studios, advance entertainment technology, and connect audiences around the world to The IMAX Experience.
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About the Role:
IMAX is seeking an Accounts Payable (AP) Analyst to join our Finance team. Reporting to the AP Manager, this role is responsible for supporting the end-to-end accounts payable process across all IMAX locations outside of China. The successful candidate will ensure the timely and accurate processing of invoices, employee expenses, and vendor payments while maintaining compliance with company policies and internal controls.
The AP Analyst will play a key role in managing vendor relationships, reconciling accounts, supporting month-end close activities, and driving process accuracy across the accounts payable function. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced, global environment.
Responsibilities
Accounts Payable Operations
Process and verify vendor invoices through Concur and SAP, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Review invoice approvals, general ledger coding, and supporting documentation prior to posting
Perform three-way matching for inventory invoices and resolve discrepancies with Supply Chain teams and vendors
Process employee expense reports through Concur and SAP
Generate and process weekly payment proposals, including ACH and wire transfers
Process manual payments, stop payments, returned ACH transactions, and wire transfers as required
Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for all accounts payable transactions
Vendor Management & Reconciliations
Analyze and reconcile vendor statements with the Accounts Payable subledger
Research and resolve invoice, payment, and account discrepancies
Prepare quarterly Top 20 vendor reconciliations
Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to manage payment expectations and resolve inquiries
Provide ad hoc account analysis and reporting as required
Month-End Close & Compliance
Reconcile Accounts Payable accounts and support monthly close activities
Prepare and post accrual journal entries within month-end deadlines
Review the AP subledger to identify and resolve aged balances and outstanding credits
Ensure compliance with IMAX policies, signing authority requirements, and internal controls
Support internal and external audits through the preparation of supporting documentation
Process Improvement & Collaboration
Partner with IT to resolve system interface issues between Concur and SAP
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve AP processes and reporting accuracy
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and strengthen internal controls
Support additional finance projects and ad hoc assignments as required
Qualifications
University degree or college diploma in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
5+ years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience
Experience processing invoices, expense reports, vendor payments, and account reconciliations
Experience supporting month-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations
Experience working with multiple currencies and international vendor payments
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with SAP and Concur Expense and Invoice modules
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to build relationships across internal and external stakeholders
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Nice to Haves
Experience in a multinational or global finance environment
Knowledge of ERP systems, financial controls, and audit processes
Experience supporting process improvements or automation initiatives
Industry experience in Manufacturing, Technology, Entertainment, Media, or Shared Services Finance
Position Status:
Existing Vacancy
This job posting reflects a current vacancy within the organization. The position is active, approved, and intended to be filled as part of our staffing needs. / Cette offre d’emploi reflète un poste actuellement vacant au sein de l’organisation. Le poste est actif, approuvé et destiné à être pourvu dans le cadre de nos besoins en dotation.
Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :
$49,953.00 / 49.953,00$ - $62,442.00 / 62.442,00$ (per year / par an) Final pay within this range will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and the geographic location of the role. Additional non-discretionary compensation may apply where eligible. / La rémunération finale dans cette échelle sera déterminée en fonction de l’expérience, des compétences, de l’équité interne et de l’emplacement géographique du poste. Une rémunération non discrétionnaire supplémentaire peut s’appliquer lorsque le poste y est admissible.
At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.
For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable). / Conformément aux exigences de transparence salariale de l’Ontario, les candidats seront informés lorsqu’ils ne seront plus pris en considération pour ce poste. Les communications relatives au statut de votre candidature pourront être envoyées par courriel ou par l’intermédiaire de votre profil de candidat en ligne (le cas échéant).
As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams. / Dans le cadre de notre processus de recrutement, nous pouvons utiliser des outils technologiques, y compris des systèmes automatisés, pour appuyer l’examen et l’évaluation des candidatures. Ces outils ne prennent pas de décisions finales en matière d’embauche. Toutes les décisions liées à la présélection, aux entrevues et à la sélection sont prises par nos équipes d’acquisition de talents et d’embauche.
