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Forward Global

AP/AR Manager

Forward Global, Washington

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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Forward Global is a leading international risk and reputation management advisory firm. We design custom solutions for global corporations, law firms, litigation funders, private equity and venture capital firms, foreign governments, international associations, NGOs, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices.

Our firm brings together over 350 advisors with diverse backgrounds in international strategy, communications, politics, policy, and digital content creation. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., we also have offices in Paris, Brussels, Montreal, London, and Abidjan.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented AP/AR Manager to oversee day-to-day financial operations, including vendor payments, client invoicing, collections, and bookkeeping. This role plays a key part in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting cash flow management, and assisting the U.S. Finance Director in ensuring that the financial records are timely, clean, and audit-ready.

This is a full-time, in-person role offering a dynamic environment, opportunities for process improvement, and direct engagement with our leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP)

  • Process vendor bills and payments accurately and timely.
  • Manage vendor relationships and coordinate invoice approvals.
  • Ensure compliance with internal control procedures for disbursements.
  • Monitor payment schedules and prepare weekly cash disbursement reports.
  • Maintain and reconcile AP subledger and assist in month-end close.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

  • Create and issue client invoices in alignment with project milestones or retainer terms.
  • Track payments, follow up on overdue receivables, and manage collections.
  • Reconcile client payments and prepare AR aging reports.
  • Maintain organized documentation for audits and internal reviews.
  • Maintain accurate general ledger entries for all day-to-day financial transactions.
  • Perform weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Classify expenses to appropriate accounts, projects, and departments.
  • Record payroll journal entries, prepaids, and recurring monthly transactions.
  • Support accounting with monthly close and financial statement preparation.

Operational Support

  • Assist in preparing internal financial reports, dashboards, and summaries.
  • Maintain accurate and organized digital records for AP, AR, and bookkeeping tasks.
  • Help implement process improvements and automation tools for AP/AR and bookkeeping workflows.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for vendor inquiries and client billing issues.
  • Support compliance with tax filings, audit preparation, and expense coding accuracy.

Candidate Profile

  • 6+ years of experience in AP, AR, and bookkeeping functions.
  • Strong proficiency with QuickBooks, Excel, and document management systems.
  • Experience with Sage Intacct, Concur, and Salesforce is a plus.
  • Familiarity with multi-entity or international accounting environments preferred.
  • High attention to detail, time management, and discretion with sensitive financial information.
  • Organized, reliable, and proactive.
  • Strong communication and follow-up skills.
  • Analytical and solution-oriented with a process improvement mindset.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Forward Global welcomes the applications from all qualified candidates. As an equal opportunity employer, the Group promotes an inclusive and diverse work environment.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and General Business

  • Industries

    Business Consulting and Services, Financial Services, and Public Relations and Communications Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

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