Senior Accounting Operations Specialist

Acxiom; Arkansas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Acxiom is seeking a motivated Accounts Payable professional to join our team in Conway, Arkansas. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and meeting deadlines, with opportunities to learn and grow through coaching and feedback.

The candidate will process invoices, resolve payment issues, and help improve AP workflows. The ideal candidate has strong Excel skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently or with the team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Functional understanding of business and accounting concepts.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge to different aspects of the role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be self-accountable, motivated, and professional
• Must be flexible and adjust priorities as needed
• Must possess a great attitude and commitment to personal and team success
• Curiosity and ability to learn, share and apply knowledge
• Accepting change
• Ability to understand the ‘big picture’ view of Acxiom and adjust work style accordingly
• High School diploma, At least five years of experience

Responsibilities

• Process and review vendor invoices for accurate and appropriate approvals
• Resolve discrepancies or issues related to payments or vendor accounts
• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports
• Prioritize tasks and manage workflow to meet departmental deadlines
• Support team members to ensure timely and accurate processing of payables
• Document, review, and update standard operating procedures as needed
• Identify and recommend process or system enhancements for efficiency
• Participate in testing and validation of new or updated system functionalities
• Monitor and respond to inquiries in the accounts payable team mailbox
• Ensure all invoices and payments are processed within established timelines
• Perform additional duties and projects assigned

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or equivalent

High School diploma

Tools

Workday ERP

Vendor invoices processing software

Job description

Acxiom is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable team player to join our Accounts Payable Team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on accuracy, organization, and meeting deadlines. We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, is eager to learn, and is receptive to coaching and development feedback while continuing to grow their skills and contribute to the success of the team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

• Process and review vendor invoices for accurate and appropriate approvals
• Resolve discrepancies or issues related to payments or vendor accounts
• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports
• Prioritize tasks and manage workflow to meet departmental deadlines
• Support team members to ensure timely and accurate processing of payables
• Document, review, and update standard operating procedures as needed
• Identify and recommend process or system enhancements for efficiency
• Participate in testing and validation of new or updated system functionalities
• Monitor and respond to inquiries in the accounts payable team mailbox
• Ensure all invoices and payments are processed within established timelines
• Perform additional duties and projects assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Functional understanding of business and accounting concepts
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge to different aspects of the role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be self-accountable, motivated, and professional
• Must be flexible and adjust priorities as needed
• Must possess a great attitude and commitment to personal and team success
• Curiosity and ability to learn, share and apply knowledge
• Accepting change
• Ability to understand the ‘big picture’ view of Acxiom and adjust work style accordingly
• High School diploma, At least five years of experience

PREFERRED

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent work experience

WHAT MAKES YOU STAND OUT

• Workday ERP experience
• Advanced knowledge of accounting and controls
• Advanced Excel skills Experience working for a technology, digital marketing, or data company

Any reference to years of experience should be disregarded in the UK

Primary Location City/State:

Conway, Arkansas

Additional Locations (if applicable):

Acxiom is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status (EOE/Vet/Disabled) and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion or other employment of associates or the awarding of subcontracts because of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, protected veteran, military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics or other protected status.

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