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Aligned Solutions · 20 hours ago

Senior Accountant-Accounting Process Optimization

Aligned Solutions is seeking a Senior Accountant for a well-respected company. The role involves leading and supporting initiatives to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting close and accounts payable processes, while also documenting workflows and coordinating cross-functional efforts.

Management Consulting

Responsibilities

Monitor daily AP transactions and accounting close activities to ensure accuracy and identify areas for process improvement
Review journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals for completeness and compliance
Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, including variance analysis and reporting
Lead process improvement initiatives by identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and progress dashboards
Facilitate working sessions with accounting, finance, procurement, and IT teams to implement changes
Analyze and document current workflows using process mapping tools
Create and update SOPs, training guides, and onboarding materials for accounting and AP processes
Ensure documentation is audit-ready and aligned with internal controls
Act as a liaison between finance and other departments to ensure alignment on priorities and timelines
Coordinate with IT on system enhancements and automation opportunities
Follow up on action items and drive accountability across teams
Prepare and deliver regular updates to leadership on project status, risks, and outcomes
Present findings and recommendations in a clear, data-driven format
Support internal and external audit requests with documentation and analysis

Qualification

Accounting operationsProcess improvementProject managementSAPProcess mapping toolsAnalytical skillsPMP certificationLean Six Sigma certificationCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
3+ years of experience in accounting operations, process improvement, or project management
Strong understanding of accounting close and AP processes
Experience with SAP and process mapping tools
Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills

Preferred

PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar certification is a plus

Company

Aligned Solutions

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Aligned Solutions brings expertise in Massachusetts state government, healthcare finance and policy, and behavioral health together with innovative data and technology solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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