Global-Impact Senior Associate Accountant

Global Payment Holding Company; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments is seeking a Sr Associate Accountant to join our accounting team in Alpharetta, GA. You will help ensure timely, accurate financial data in a dynamic payments environment, supporting month-end closes and internal controls.

You will perform journal entries, reconcile balances, analyze results, and assist with audits. The role requires GAAP knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with knowledge of GAAP.
• 3–5 years accounting experience in staff and senior roles.
• Strong documentation and communication of financial results.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end closing and journal entries.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including corrections and accruals.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations with in-depth analysis.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and report variances to management.
• Assist in quarterly reviews and year-end audits.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and regulatory adherence.
• Coordinate with other departments and external parties on accounting matters.
• Ensure compliance with Sox requirements.
• Document processes and identify improvements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle

PeopleSoft

SAP

Job description

Global Payments is seeking a Sr Associate Accountant to join our accounting team in Alpharetta, GA. You will help ensure timely, accurate financial data in a dynamic payments environment, supporting month-end closes and internal controls.

You will perform journal entries, reconcile balances, analyze results, and assist with audits. The role requires GAAP knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced setting.