Manager, Vendor Management & General Ledger

The Institute of Internal Auditors; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is seeking a Manager, Vendor Management & General Ledger to lead vendor governance, general ledger integrity, and financial controls across a global organization. You will oversee vendor governance, support month-end and year-end close activities, and leverage NetSuite and automation to improve efficiency.

Based in Lake Mary, FL, this hybrid role partners with Finance, Procurement, Legal, and Tax to strengthen internal controls and reporting, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• Strong experience with NetSuite, including vendor master records, general ledger structure, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, accrual accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing vendor governance, accounting processes, and financial controls in a multi-entity environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience improving accounting processes through technology, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead vendor master data governance, onboarding, maintenance, and internal controls across multiple legal entities.
• Ensure vendor-related transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and vendor-related financial adjustments.
• Partner with Accounting to support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls that strengthen financial accuracy and reduce organizational risk.
• Support financial statement audits, regulatory reporting, and vendor tax reporting requirements.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for vendor governance and general ledger processes within NetSuite, partnering with Finance Systems to improve automation, reporting, and process efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members while collaborating across Finance, Procurement, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and Operations.

Skills

Vendor governance

GAAP

Internal controls

Journal entries

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

About The IIA

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is the global leader and recognized authority for the internal audit profession. We are dedicated to advancing the profession worldwide through education, advocacy, certifications, and professional resources. Guided by our values of People First, Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation, we provide a collaborative, purpose-driven workplace where employees can grow professionally while making a global impact.

Location

Lake Mary, FL (Hybrid)

Department

Finance & Accounting

Status

Full-Time | Exempt

About The IIA

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is the global leader and recognized authority for the internal audit profession. We are dedicated to advancing the profession worldwide through education, advocacy, certifications, and professional resources. Guided by our values of People First, Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation, we provide a collaborative, purpose-driven workplace where employees can grow professionally while making a global impact.

Why Join The IIA?

• Make a global impact by advancing the internal audit profession.
• Work in a collaborative, values-driven culture.
• Be part of an organization that values innovation and continuous learning.
• Grow your career while contributing to meaningful work that strengthens organizations around the world.
• Join a team committed to integrity, accountability, and putting people first.

Position Summary

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is seeking an experienced Manager, Vendor Management & General Ledger to lead vendor governance, general ledger integrity, and financial controls across a global organization. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of vendor-related financial activity, maintaining strong master data governance, and supporting reliable financial reporting through effective controls, technology, and process improvement. Working closely with Accounts Payable, Accounting, Tax, Treasury, Procurement, Legal, and Finance Systems, you will oversee vendor governance, support month-end and year-end close activities, strengthen internal controls, and leverage NetSuite and automation to improve efficiency and scalability.

Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid position based in Lake Mary, Florida, combining in-office collaboration with remote work.

What You'll Do

• Lead vendor master data governance, onboarding, maintenance, and internal controls across multiple legal entities.
• Ensure vendor-related transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and vendor-related financial adjustments.
• Partner with Accounting to support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls that strengthen financial accuracy and reduce organizational risk.
• Support financial statement audits, regulatory reporting, and vendor tax reporting requirements.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for vendor governance and general ledger processes within NetSuite, partnering with Finance Systems to improve automation, reporting, and process efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members while collaborating across Finance, Procurement, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and Operations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• Strong experience with NetSuite, including vendor master records, general ledger structure, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, accrual accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing vendor governance, accounting processes, and financial controls in a multi-entity environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience improving accounting processes through technology, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting.
• Experience supporting SOX compliance or highly regulated audit environments.
• Knowledge of vendor tax reporting requirements, including 1099 and VAT/GST reporting.
• Experience partnering with cross-functional teams to drive financial systems and process improvements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.