Lead Accountant- Banking

Safeway; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Employee discounts

Health and well-being benefits

Paid time off

Career development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Phoenix seeks an experienced Accountant for its Electronic Banking Department. The role sits in National Services Center and focuses on cash, banking operations, and financial system optimization.

You will analyze processes, automate where possible, support audits, and collaborate with Treasury, IT, and Finance to ensure GAAP-compliant, accurate reporting. A Bachelor’s in Accounting and 5+ years of relevant experience are required, with strong Excel/Oracle skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; MBA or equivalent preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with exposure to cash, card settlement, treasury, or banking ops
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and internal controls, with cash accounting, reconciliations, and treasury processes
• Proven SME capable of leading complex accounting areas or processes
• Strong cross-functional partnering with Treasury, Audit, card processors and banking partners
• Experience driving process improvements and automation within accounting operations
• High analytical skills to identify variances and resolve reconciling items
• Experience supporting internal and external audits and SOX compliance

Responsibilities

• Support daily workflow for the Banking team and learning desk responsibilities to ensure timely operations
• Analyze business processes to identify automation and data accuracy improvements using Alteryx, OTBI, and reconciliation tools
• Coordinate with leadership on project requests and communicate updates to stakeholders
• Support accounting system maintenance to meet GAAP and policy requirements
• Lead or participate in cross-functional workgroups for process improvements and system optimizations
• Provide expertise in maintaining banking applications and file transfer processes
• Assist team members with resolving system issues and validating reports
• Lead project documentation for audits and SOX controls
• Support and optimize banking and reconciliation platforms like ReconNet and CashPro
• Perform detailed cash balance analytics and variance analysis
• Mentor team members and promote continuous learning via Pluralsight/Coursera

Skills

Accounting

GAAP

Excel

OTBI

Alteryx

SOX

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

ReconNet

CashPro

Alteryx

OTBI

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand! At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

What You Will Be Doing

The Accounting team has an opening for an Accountant in the Electronic Banking Department. This position is located at National Services Center in Phoenix, AZ.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the daily workflow for the Banking team (corporate, retail, electronic banking, gift cards and unclaimed property), and learning desk responsibilities to ensure banking operations are timely and with accurate completion
• Analyze business processes to identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and improved data accuracy leveraging tools such as Alteryx, OTBI queries and reconciliation tools to reduce risk
• Coordinate with leadership to communicate new or upcoming project requests
• Attend project meetings with internal stakeholders to ensure maintenance to accounting systems supports the business needs and adheres to GAAP and company policies.
• Ensure project requirements are clearly defined, assigned, and tracked through completion, providing regular progress updates to leadership
• Partner with Accounting, Division Finance, IT, Reporting and Financial Systems teams to ensure alignment on project timelines and system impacts.
• Lead or support cross-functional workgroups on accounting process improvements, operational efficiencies, and system optimization initiatives.
• Provide advanced expertise in maintaining the banking team applications and file transfer processes.
• Assist team members and internal customers with resolving system issues.
• Review and validate standard and ad hoc reports created by the team (QMF, MS Access, Excel, ODBC, SQL, OTBI, Alteryx).
• Provide status updates, risk assessments, and key insights to department leadership in a timely and proactive manner.
• Lead the preparation and review of supporting documentation for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with SOX and control requirements
• Support and optimize the use of banking and reconciliation systems (e.g., ReconNet, CashPro, and card processor platforms)
• Perform detailed analytics on cash balances, transactions, and variances to provide insights and improve financial accuracy
• Guide and mentor team members on best practices, troubleshooting, and technical accounting matters without direct supervisory responsibility
• Lead special projects, including system implementations, process transformations, and integration of new banking relationships or tools
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing, including encouraging use of learning platforms such as Pluralsight and Coursera

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Possess The Following

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; MBA or equivalent certification strongly preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant exposure to cash, Card settlement, treasury, or banking operations
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and internal controls, with demonstrated experience in cash accounting, bank reconciliations, and treasury-related processes
• Proven ability to serve as a subject matter expert and lead complex accounting areas or processes
• Strong experience partnering cross-functionally with Treasury, Audit, card processors and banking partners
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and efficiency gains within accounting operations
• High level of analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies, research variances, and resolve complex reconciling items
• Experience supporting audits (internal and external), including documentation for cash and banking-related accounts
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle) and strong Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
• Experience using or supporting banking and reconciliation platforms such as ReconNet, CashPro, and card processor systems
• Advanced proficiency with data tools and query development, including OTBI (Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence) queries and Alteryx, preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development through platforms such as Pluralsight, Coursera, or similar applications
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ownership mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making
• Ability to document and standardize processes and support knowledge sharing across the team
• Experience with SOX compliance and control environments preferred

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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