Payment Operations Accountant

Overview

This role supports the financial operations behind a technology platform used to book and manage private charter flights. Payments and financial activity must be processed accurately, reconciled quickly, and monitored carefully to keep operations running smoothly.

As a Payment Operations Accountant, you will own day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring books remain accurate and financial controls are strong. You will partner closely with the Head of Finance and collaborate with international teammates who support accounting operations.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Perform daily ledger reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.
• Monitor payment systems for unusual activity, fraud risks, and compliance with internal controls.
• Support treasury and payment operations across multiple banking and fintech platforms.
• Collaborate with international accounting contractors to ensure timely and accurate financial processing.
• Improve accounting workflows and identify opportunities to make financial operations more scalable.
• Maintain accurate financial records within QuickBooks, ERP systems, and Excel-based reporting.
• Support month-end close activities and other operational accounting initiatives as the organization grows.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in high-volume accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, or payment operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Understanding of cost accounting principles.
• Experience with fraud prevention, compliance, chargebacks, or payment risk management.
• Experience working with banking platforms, treasury systems, payment processors, or fintech platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, fast-growth environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to improving processes.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with teammates across different countries and time zones.
• Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting payment operations across multiple banking and fintech platforms.
• Prior experience collaborating with international contractors or teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated annual base salary range: $50,000–$70,000.
• Actual compensation will depend on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and location, where applicable.

Location

• Columbus, Ohio
• Distributed talent across the US