Staff Accountant / AP Lead - Cox Consulting Network
Austin, TX 78701
About the Job
Cox Consulting Network has been exclusively retained by a PE-owned, highly profitable and fast-growing healthcare company in its search for a Staff Accountant / PE Lead. This position will be a key member of the accounting team and a crucial liaison to the regional offices. The position is hybrid with 2 days per week in the office which is in downtown Austin.
OPPORTUNITY
The Staff Accountant will report to the Assistant Controller and will be a valued business partner responsible for overseeing the AP department, managing vendor relationships and assisting with any month-end close responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have heavy AP experience, exceptional people skills and the desire to work in a fast-growing, patient-first, caring organization.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow with a great company!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the accounts payable department and ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports
- Develop and maintain accounts payable policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with company policies, as well as local, state, and federal regulations
- Monitor and analyze accounts payable processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
- Collaborate with other departments, such as operations and finance, to ensure timely and accurate coding and payment of invoices
- Manage vendor relationships and resolve any issues or disputes related to payments or invoices
- Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports, cash flow projections, and vendor performance metrics
- Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes for accounts payable
- Assist with audits and provide documentation and support as needed
- Assist with assigned month-end close duties and reconciliations
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable or related field, preferred
- Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
- Experience with accounting software and ERP systems, preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience in process improvement and implementing best practices, preferred
- Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights and recommendations
- Experience with bill.com and Intacct, preferred
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement – 2 days/week in office (after normal training time)
- Competitive salary
- Performance bonus
- Major medical insurance
- Dental & vision Insurance
- 401(k) retirement account with company match
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Monthly cell phone reimbursement
Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable or related field, preferred Knowledge of accounting principles and practices Experience with accounting software and ERP systems, preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines Attention to detail and accuracy Experience in process improvement and implementing best practices, preferred Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights and recommendations Experience with bill.com and Intacct, preferred