We are seeking an Accounting Manager - Operations to oversee the procure-to-pay cycle, accounts payable, supplier management, and operational accounting processes. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient transaction processing, strong internal controls, accurate cost allocation, and compliance with company policies. The position partners closely with Procurement, Corporate Accounting, and business operations to drive process improvement and scalability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, including high-volume invoice processing and settlement runs.
- Oversee supplier onboarding, maintenance, and compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure adherence to 2-way and 3-way match processes (PO, receipt, invoice) and procurement policies.
- Partner with Procurement to optimize requisition and purchase order workflows within Workday.
- Drive improvements in the procure-to-pay (P2P) process to enhance efficiency and automation.
- Oversee accurate coding of invoices, cost centers, and project allocations.
- Support operational and project costing accuracy in coordination with Corporate Accounting and Project teams.
- Monitor AP aging, payment timing, and working capital impact.
- Ensure proper segregation of duties and maintain strong internal controls within AP and procurement workflows.
- Support month-end close activities related to AP, including accruals and liability reconciliations.
- Establish KPIs for AP performance (cycle time, backlog, error rates) and drive accountability.
- Lead and develop AP and operations accounting staff, ensuring high-quality review and oversight.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership within Accounts
- Payable or operational accounting functions.
- Chartered Accountant and/or CPA is mandatory
- Experience working with or supporting US-based companies preferred.
- Strong understanding of procure-to-pay processes and internal controls.
- Experience with Workday Financials (Accounts Payable and Procurement modules preferred) is a plus.
- Proven ability to manage high-volume transaction environments efficiently and accurately.
- Strong knowledge of cost center accounting and operational expense management.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis); PowerPoint is a plus.
- Ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement automation or workflow improvements.
- Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multinational environment with strong communication skills across global teams.
About Us:
Makse Group is an expert team of experienced consultants, managers, and advisors with a strong passion for supporting the Workday platform and adjacent business functions. The company headquarters are in Dallas-Fort Worth with satellite offices in Denver and Gurugram.
Visit our website: www.maksegroup.com
