Senior Director of Accounting

Acquire Talent Partners LLC; Brooklyn (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 PTO days

10 Holidays

Hybrid Schedule

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Brooklyn is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager. The role involves overseeing all aspects of accounts payable, ensuring compliance with policies and GAAP standards, and supporting finance leadership with cash flow management. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of relevant accounting experience, and is proficient in ERP systems. This position offers a hybrid schedule with 20 PTO days and additional holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, particularly in Expense Side operations.
• Detail-oriented and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of Accounts Payable including invoice processing.
• Ensure compliance with policies and GAAP standards in transactions.
• Manage month-end close processes including accruals and financial reporting.

Skills

Accounting leadership

GAAP knowledge

Expense Side operations

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Workflow automation tools

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of Accounts Payable including invoice processing, vendor payments, and expense allocations.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, internal controls, and GAAP standards in all transactions.
• Review and approve invoices, journal entries, and reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and annual close processes related to A/P, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Monitor and reconcile vendor accounts, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining positive vendor relationships.
• Support the Vice President of Finance with cash flow management, payment scheduling, intercompany transactions, and expense forecasting.
• Lead efforts to improve efficiency through automation, workflow optimization, and process standardization.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Accounting, and Program Management teams to ensure proper expense coding and allocation.
• Assist with the preparation of various external reports related to banking and funder reporting.
• Prepare documentation and assist with internal and external audits, providing supporting schedules and analyses.
• Supervise, train, and mentor accounting staff responsible for A/P functions while promoting accuracy, accountability, and professional growth.
• Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and other technology initiatives.
• Support special projects and other finance-related duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree of Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Accounting leadership / management experience within a large, multi-entity Non-Profit organization
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with a strong emphasis on Expense Side operations.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant accounting standards.
• Proficiency in enterprise ERP systems; experience with workflow automation tools is a plus.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• 20 PTO days to start + 10 Holidays
• Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in office (Your Choice)