Operational Accountant - Contingent

Job Overview

In this contingent resource assignment, you will participate in low to moderately complex initiatives and identify opportunities for process improvements within Operational Accounting. You will review and analyze basic or tactical Operational Accounting assignments or challenges that require research, evaluation, and selection of alternatives related to low‑to‑medium risk deliverables. Additionally, you will present recommendations for resolving low to moderately complex situations and exercise some independent judgment while developing an understanding of function policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

You will also provide information to client personnel in Operational Accounting.

• Participate in low to moderately complex initiatives and identify opportunities for process improvements within Operational Accounting.
• Review and analyze basic or tactical Operational Accounting assignments or challenges requiring research and evaluation.
• Present recommendations for resolving low to moderately complex situations.
• Exercise independent judgment while adhering to function policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Provide information and support to client personnel in Operational Accounting.
• Support supplier onboarding and enablement processes, ensuring efficient and compliant procurement and payment practices.
• Handle unique supplier setup and maintenance requests tied to projects, including Early Pay Discount and Virtual Card initiatives.
• Monitor and resolve discrepancies between Ariba and People Soft systems.
• Answer process‑related questions and troubleshoot escalated issues from internal and external stakeholders.
  
  Analyze risks, document procedures, and provide training to improve team performance.
  
  Work directly with suppliers to troubleshoot system modules and maintain accurate system records.
  
  Manage system clean‑up projects, such as inactivating unused supplier locations and updating supplier records for compliance.
• Collaborate with various teams, including Sourcing, Contracts, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Business Groups, to ensure successful supplier onboarding.

• 2 years of Operational Accounting experience or equivalent, demonstrated through work, consulting experience, training, military experience, or education.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience with Ariba and People Soft systems is preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

$25-28 /hr on W2. The specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate, and other conditions of employment.

Our full‑time consultants have access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K contributions, as well as PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.