Global AP & Process Improvement Assistant Controller

Socket.dev; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical

Pharmacy

Dental and vision insurance

401k with discretionary employer match

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

DRW is seeking an Assistant Controller - Accounting Operations to proactively lead a global AP team, drive standardization, and partner with Procurement, Tax and other functions to improve controls and efficiency. The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a multi-entity setup.

The position reports to Finance leadership, requires a strong accounting background (CPA preferred) and extensive ERP experience, with potential travel across time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred.
• Progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience with global AP and procure-to-pay processes is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and AP automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all accounts payable activities globally, including invoice processing, approvals, vendor payments, expense reimbursements, credit memos and vendor reconciliations, ensuring timely execution.
• Implement and drive global process standardization and automation initiatives to streamline workflow, reduce manual effort, improve controls and improve vendor/service levels.
• Oversee operating expense accrual process. Analyze expense trends, identify unusual items or variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Review monthly operating expense activity for accuracy and appropriate GL coding by partnering with internal stake holders.
• Manage and support ad hoc high-priority requests with urgency and accuracy.
• Supervise, mentor and regional AP teams; allocate resources and set clear performance expectations.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Tax, and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve issues and continuously improve full cycle AP processes.
• Lead ERP/AP system improvements, rollouts or upgrades working with IT and vendors to support overall accounting operations.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve escalated disputes or discrepancies quickly and gracefully; ensure excellent vendor service and timely resolution.
• Document policies and procedures over AP and operating expenses; ensure compliance with corporate policies, local regulations and audit requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or equivalent preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

AP automation tools

Job description

DRW is seeking an Assistant Controller - Accounting Operations to proactively lead a global AP team, drive standardization, and partner with Procurement, Tax and other functions to improve controls and efficiency. The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a multi-entity setup.

The position reports to Finance leadership, requires a strong accounting background (CPA preferred) and extensive ERP experience, with potential travel across time zones.