Accounts Payable Controls & Governance Leader

International Executive Service Corps; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit‑

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical plan

Job summary

McKinstry in Seattle, WA is seeking a Director of Accounting Operations to lead governance, controls, compliance, and process integrity across Bill-to-Pay. You will partner with Treasury, Procurement, and AP Operations to strengthen the control environment and improve payment accuracy.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and 5+ years in accounting operations, internal controls, or audits. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, Accounting Operations, Internal Controls, Audit, Compliance, or Shared Services.
• Experience supporting audits, compliance programs, and control monitoring activities; ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own vendor master governance and banking controls.
• Develop and maintain control monitoring processes across Bill-to-Pay operations.
• Coordinate internal and external AP audits and remediation.
• Support ERP testing, workflow changes, and implementation readiness.
• Assist with month-end close related to AP controls.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

D365

Acumatica

Oracle

SAP

Workday

Job description

McKinstry in Seattle, WA is seeking a Director of Accounting Operations to lead governance, controls, compliance, and process integrity across Bill-to-Pay. You will partner with Treasury, Procurement, and AP Operations to strengthen the control environment and improve payment accuracy.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and 5+ years in accounting operations, internal controls, or audits. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.