Overview
A growing organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage the Accounts Payable (AP) process and perform general accounting duties. This role involves overseeing invoice processing, payment runs, month-end close activities, and general ledger tasks. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to a collaborative finance team.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full accounts payable process from invoice receipt through payment disbursement, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
- Serve as the primary administrator for the AP system, Tipalti
- Respond to vendor and internal AP inquiries, managing internal queries through a finance ticketing system
- Research payment requests and provide updates to vendors
- Perform account and payment reconciliations, including credits and credit memos
- Investigate and verify account discrepancies by gathering information from vendors and internal departments
- Develop and improve AP processes and procedures
- Compile information for weekly check runs
- Collaborate with internal approvers to ensure timely invoice processing and approval
- Support month-end close processes and related accounting activities
- Assist with general ledger (GL), accounts receivable (AR), and accounts payable (AP) functions
- Create and post journal entries
- Perform GL and account reconciliations
- Support monthly financial statement reporting
- Analyze account variances and provide explanations
- Contribute to accounting process improvements through simplification and automation
- Prepare management reports as needed
- Partner with external vendors and internal teams as appropriate
- Participate in audits and tax projects as required
- Stay current on industry trends and best practices
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of general accounting experience recommended
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Experience managing AP in a high-volume environment
- Strong aptitude for identifying and implementing procedural improvements
- Excellent work habits and willingness to go above and beyond during financial close, audit, or tax periods
- Experience with Tipalti and Sage Intacct is a plus
- Familiarity with Concur, Brex, or other employee expense reimbursement and credit/purchase card tools is a plus
- Knowledge of working with multiple currencies or legal entities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across departments
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $65,000 to $109,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one
- Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Disability insurance
- Flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, or in-office options depending on role and location
- Open paid time off (PTO) policy
- Award-winning onboarding program
- Opportunities for career growth and internal promotion
- Mentorship programs
- Access to continuous learning resources such as LinkedIn Learning and Kaplan
- Employee referral bonus program
Location
Flexible work environment options available, including remote, hybrid, or in-office schedules depending on role and location.
Equal Opportunity
The organization is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment.
Note: Candidates will only be contacted if selected for further consideration. The recruitment process includes live interactions such as video or telephone interviews. The organization will never request money or payments from applicants at any stage. Applicants should be cautious of fraudulent communications and verify recruiter email addresses.