Staff Accountant – Sr Level Accounts Payable (Process Improvement & ERP Exp. Req.) HYBRID

Staff Accountant Sr Level Accounts Payable (Process Improvement & ERP Exp. Req.) HYBRID
Location: Stamford CT (walking distance from Stamford Station 3-4 days on-site)
Salary: $80000 - $95000 Benefits
Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Disability 401K w/ 4% Match PTO
Job Type: Full-Time Hybrid (3-4 days in office)
Core Hours: MondayFriday 8:00am5:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship: Not Available
Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Staff Accountant Sr Level Accounts Payable (Process Improvement & ERP Exp. Req.) Description

Our client a global manufacturer is seeking a senior-level Accounts Payable Staff Accountant to join their team in Stamford this role you will support Accounts Payable and broader accounting functions across multiple business units with a focus on standardizing AP processes supporting system migrations and improving accounting workflows. The ideal candidate will have strong Accounts Payable and accounting experience including 3-way match journal entries and process improvement initiatives. To be successful you must be analytical detail-oriented technology-driven and comfortable collaborating across multiple business units to support broader accounting needs. This is a great opportunity to take on a highly visible role where you can help improve processes support system enhancements and expand your accounting responsibilities within a growing organization.

Staff Accountant Sr Level Accounts Payable (Process Improvement & ERP Exp. Req.) Responsibilities

Support Accounts Payable and broader accounting operations across multiple business units
Prepare journal entries accruals and account reconciliations for the month-end close process
Process vendor invoices perform 3-way match and resolve discrepancies as needed
Initiate vendor payments including ACH wire transfers check runs and electronic payments
Reconcile the Accounts Payable subledger to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies
Investigate and explain P&L and balance sheet variances
Assist the Controller with preparing supporting schedules for close activities
Support the development of standardized AP processes across business units
Support ERP system migrations process improvement initiatives and automation projects
Partner cross-functionally to resolve accounting issues and improve workflows
Support internal and external audits tax compliance activities and requests for documentation
Maintain compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls

Staff Accountant Sr Level Accounts Payable (Process Improvement & ERP Exp. Req.) Qualifications

Bachelors degree is required
3 years of Accounts Payable Accounting or Finance experience is required
Experience with 3-way match variance research and creating journal entries is required
Experience with ERP systems and a strong ability to leverage technology is required
Experience in process improvement and automation initiatives is required
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP is required
Ability to work on-site 3-4 days per week is required