Mgr, Accounts Payable

Tractor Supply Company; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Adoption and surrogacy assistance

Job summary

Tractor Supply Company seeks an experienced Operations Accounting leader to drive strategic initiatives and financial excellence across the organization. You will partner with Strategy, Merchandising, Supply Chain, and Finance to optimize processes and enable automation.

You will oversee monthly closes, GL accuracy, and detailed variance analysis while mentoring team members and partnering on cross‑functional projects to sustain a high‑performing finance function.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of accounting, finance, operations, improvement and project management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting; advanced degree or additional experience considered.
• CPA designation preferred; Lean/Six Sigma and program management qualifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives and transformation activities across Operations Accounting.
• Identify and implement automation for analytics, reporting and processes.
• Create materials and present key initiatives and opportunities to leadership.
• Plan and facilitate cross‑functional meetings on process improvement.
• Mentor junior team members and support development.
• Manage monthly close for assigned areas and review GL activity.
• Prepare variance analyses and ensure accuracy of monthly results.
• Oversee account reconciliations and develop models for journal entries.

Skills

GAAP accounting

Excel modelling

Analytical skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Stakeholder management

Financial literacy

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Advanced accounting degree or experience

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

BI analytics

Robotics Process Automation (RPA)

Financial reporting tools

Job description

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This role will lead Operations Accounting cross-functionally both as a Strategic and Financial leader to advance the Life Out Here Strategy through Strategic Initiatives, departmental and company-wide. This includes Continuous Transformation, Change Management, Team Member Development, Financial Systems Enablement, and other Business Process Optimization opportunities. This role will work cross-functionally with business partners such as Strategy, Merchandising, Supply Chain, and Finance to support key business initiatives by identifying opportunities, analyzing data, facilitating cross-functional working sessions, and implementing value-creating initiatives. This position will also ensure that monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results are accurate, timely, and complete.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

• Provide thought partnership and support/oversee various strategic initiatives and transformation activities across Operations Accounting
• Identify and drive implementation of automation solutions including business intelligence analytics, robotics process automation, enhanced financial reporting.
• Creation of materials for and presentation of key initiatives, areas of opportunity and change management
• Planning and facilitation of cross-functional working sessions related to Operations Accounting process improvement and capability enhancement
• Supports mentorship and development of junior members of the team, sharing knowledge, fostering a positive and engaged environment, as well as coaching and building capabilities throughout the organization as relevant and appropriate while partnering on strategic projects and initiatives
• Manage the monthly closing process for specifically assigned areas of responsibility. Review the general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and review detailed monthly variance analyses and verify the integrity of monthly financial results. Assigned areas of responsibility will span multiple business units/departments.
• Oversee detailed account reconciliations, develop complex models to support journal entries, create ad hoc financial analyses and draft accounting memos and position papers as necessary. Present recommendations and proposals to accounting leadership.
• Review the analyses and critical assumptions that support accounts requiring significant expense, judgment or estimation. Partner with key leadership of business areas to understand changes in their business and develop adequate processes to support accounting procedures.
• Assist in maintaining detailed internal control documentation that supports both preparation of original work and review of subordinate work in accordance with the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the standards established by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 8-10 years of combined accounting, finance, operations, continuous improvement, and project management experience required. Prior retail and management experience strongly preferred.

Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, but finance or other related degrees may be considered with an advanced accounting degree or appropriate work experience. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.

Professional Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred. Lean/Six Sigma and program management qualifications/experience a plus.

Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities

• Must possess strong analytical skills and financial literacy, including expertise in Excel modelling.
• Incumbents proficient in GAAP accounting practices and be able to communicate them to company leadership.
• Comfort with problem-solving, cross-functional teamwork, and dynamic priorities
• Experience working with and influencing stakeholders and team members in different functional roles (e.g., operations, compliance)
• Ability to foster strong internal relationships with stakeholders across the business to partner on initiatives and provide ongoing support
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal), ability to narrate and simplify the complex
• Passion for serving customers

Working Conditions

• Normal office working conditions

Physical Requirements

• Standing (not walking)
• Walking
• Lifting up to 20 pounds

Disclaimer

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced role. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.

Company Info

At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well‑being today and in the future. Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full‑time Team Members and all part‑time Team Members. Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90‑day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15‑hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service. Please visit this link for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you're applying for.

Our Mission and Values are more than just words on the wall - they're the one constant in an ever‑changing environment and the bedrock on which we build our culture. They're the core of who we are and the foundation of every decision we make. It's not just what we do that sets us apart, but how we do it.

We believe in managing your time for business and personal success, which is why we empower our Team Members to lead balanced lives through our benefits and total rewards offerings. Forfull‑time and eligible part‑time TSC and Petsense Team Members. We care about what you care about!

A lot of care goes into providing legendary service at Tractor Supply Company, which is why our Team Members are our top priority. Want a career with a clear path for growth? Your Opportunity is Out Here at Tractor Supply and Petsense.