AP Control Analyst
American Tower - Woburn, MA
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The TeamWe are seeking an Accounts Payable ("AP") Control Analyst to join American Tower's Global Business Services (GBS)AP Finance team. The team processes and pays all approved invoices in a timely manner and in accordance with Company and department policies and procedures, SOX controls and GAAP principles while providing excellent customer service to internal team members and Company suppliers.Day to day, you will ensure invoice and payment parameters are met based on required payment schedules, with a commitment to exemplary customer service. As an AP Control Analyst, you will partner cross-functionally to resolve issues, identify process improvements, and drive success with internal and external customers by ensuring payment cycles remain on schedule and within required parameters.What You Need To Succeed Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent experience, required. Minimum of 3 years of AP experience required. Experience working in a large ERP system (e.g., Oracle, SAP). Strong computer skills, including Oracle financials or equivalent and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience using VLOOKUPs and pivot tables in Excel. Strong analytical skills. Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively. Ability to work with multiple functional groups and levels of employees to achieve results professionally and effectively. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks within agreed-upon timeframes through effective prioritization in a fast-paced environment. What You Can Offer Us Manage payment processes in accordance with Company policies. Run, review, and analyze both control and ad hoc reports (aged trial balance, discount reporting); partner with management to drive process improvements. Manage the return payment log and liaise with internal partners to resolve issues efficiently. Provide monthly status report to the Senior AP Manager. Lead the escheatment process with an outsourcing partner, ensuring adherence to internal requirements. Serve as the manager on cross-functional projects, leading assigned resources with a focus on results and enhanced customer service. Oversee for all system testing and set testing parameters for assigned resources. Co-manage department shared email boxes, providing timely support to internal customers and suppliers. Ensure check stock inventory and all related check printing and mailing supplies remain at sufficient levels at all times Prepare and present department monthly metrics at team meetings. Coordinate and prepare data responses for internal and external audit requests, ensuring accuracy, completeness, SOX compliance, and timely submission. Prepare and upload annual 1099 data (large data sets) for timely printing, mailing and IRS filing using third-party service provider software Perform other duties as assigned. American Tower is a global digital infrastructure company serving customers through tower sites and other real estate solutions that support connectivity and opportunity, focused on achieving our vision of Building a More Connected World. Our success is rooted in the potential of our people and the power of local teams at our offices and sites across 25 countries.We are one of the largest global Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and a publicly traded (NYSE:AMT), Fortune 500 Company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The next decade will be an exciting time as we evolve our infrastructure to meet tomorrow's needs and position our people to elevate their impact, their potential, and our shared success. Come grow your career with us!For more information about how American Tower is building a more connected world, visit americantower.comAmerican Tower is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, reproductive decisions, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.American Tower is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, certifications, job level, and location. For U.S.-based candidates only, please see the base salary range for this position listed below. This position is also eligible for annual bonus, and annual equity award and participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). For candidates outside of the U.S., salary and benefits are based upon local market practice.American Tower also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, company holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and access to an Employee Assistance Program focused on mental and financial wellness, please click here (to learn more.Requisition ID : 2396
Created: 2026-03-04