Senior Accounting Operations Specialist

Acxiom; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Acxiom in Conway, Arkansas seeks an Accounts Payable team member who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and collaborative. You will process vendor invoices, resolve payment issues, and help ensure timely approvals in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has strong MS Office skills, solid accounting fundamentals, and a proactive mindset for coaching and development. Join a team focused on accuracy, deadlines, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with five years of experience in accounts payable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Able to learn quickly and apply accounting knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, professional, and accountable.
• Flexible and able to adjust priorities as needed.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and share knowledge.
• Ability to understand Acxiom's big picture and adapt work style.

Responsibilities

• Process and review vendor invoices for approvals.
• Resolve discrepancies in payments or vendor accounts.
• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports.
• Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Support team for timely processing of payables.
• Document and update standard operating procedures.
• Identify process or system improvements for efficiency.
• Participate in testing and validation of new system features.
• Monitor inbox and respond to inquiries in AP mailbox.
• Ensure invoices and payments are processed within timelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Business and accounting concepts

Learning ability

Communication skills

Self-motivated, professional

Flexibility and prioritization

Positive attitude

Curiosity and knowledge sharing

Adaptability to change

Big picture understanding of Acxiom

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday ERP

Advanced Excel

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

LOCATION

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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