Senior Accountant - Accounts Payable

Overview

The Senior Accountant - Accounts Payable leads day-to-day accounts payable operations with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, compliance, and service. This role oversees vendor onboarding, invoice and payment processing, purchase requisition and purchase order review, employee expense workflows, and cash flow coordination to ensure payments are made on time and in line with company policy. The position also serves as a key liaison between the Accounting Leadership and accounting staff to support workflow execution, KPI accountability, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate brings strong AP operations experience, sound judgment, and a process-improvement mindset. Workday experience is strongly preferred.

• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options, including HSA match for qualifying contributions.
• Parental Paid Leave
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement available.
• Company sponsored learning and development

USD $65,000.00/Yr.

USD $75,000.00/Yr.

• Lead accurate, timely, and policy-compliant processing of invoices, employee expense reimbursements, and related disbursements.
• Oversee payment scheduling, approvals, and release to ensure vendors are paid on time and in alignment with internal controls and cash availability.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready AP records and documentation that support compliance and efficient workflow execution.
• Identify and resolve workflow issues proactively to maintain service levels, accuracy, and payment timeliness.
• Manage vendor onboarding and maintenance to ensure records are accurate, complete, and properly documented.
• Review purchase requisitions and purchase orders and approve or release transactions, as authorized, in accordance with company purchasing policies and approval requirements.
• Support cash flow planning by monitoring upcoming payment obligations and identifying funding needs in advance.
• Provide audit-ready support for vendor activity, disbursements, and AP-related internal controls.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for vendor and employee payment-related inquiries, resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Act as a liaison between the Accounting Leadership and accounting staff to coordinate workflow, communicate priorities, and support accountability across AP operations.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to sustain service levels, workflow quality, and operational accountability.
• Provide work guidance, training, and operational support to promote consistency, service excellence, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Lead or support process improvements, system enhancements, reporting, and special projects that strengthen AP and purchasing workflows.
• Perform all duties in accordance with company policy and applicable regulatory requirements.
• May be required to drive vehicles, be insurable with our auto insurance provider, and complete company vehicle training.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, accounts payable, or a similar role required. Intermediate Excel knowledge required. Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial compliance requirements required. Experience supporting KPIs, workflow accountability, reporting, and process improvement initiatives preferred.