Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Accountant to play a key role in strengthening and modernizing our accounting operations. This position will focus on optimizing the financial close and accounts payable functions by improving controls, streamlining workflows, and supporting scalable, well-documented processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a hands-on environment, partners effectively across teams, and brings a continuous improvement mindset to daily operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily accounts payable activity and accounting close tasks to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal policies.
- Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and accruals for completeness and adherence to accounting standards.
- Support monthly and quarterly close processes, including variance analysis, issue resolution, and management reporting.
- Identify inefficiencies, risks, and control gaps across accounting, accounts payable, and end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
- Lead and support process improvement initiatives, developing clear action plans, timelines, and success metrics.
- Partner with Accounting, Finance, Procurement, and IT teams to implement workflow improvements, system enhancements, and automation.
- Document current and future-state processes using flowcharts and process mapping tools.
- Create, maintain, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, and onboarding documentation.
- Ensure all documentation supports internal controls, audit readiness, and scalable operations.
- Track project deliverables, follow up on action items, and drive accountability across cross-functional stakeholders.
- Prepare clear, data-driven updates and recommendations for leadership.
- Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, walkthroughs, and analytical support.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in accounting operations, financial close, process improvement, or project-based roles.
Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, financial close, and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) lifecycle processes.
Hands-on experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar systems.
Familiarity with process mapping, workflow documentation, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Certifications such as PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar process improvement credentials are considered an advantage.