Staff Accountant

We are seeking an Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day operations of accounts payable and accounts receivable while providing exceptional service to internal customers and external vendors. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing, monitoring cash activity, resolving complex issues, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the finance operations function.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable Operations:Monitor daily A/P payment and T&E reimbursement requests for timely and accurate processing and cash settlementVerify that payment requests follow proper approval flows and comply with company policiesProcess overflow A/P payment and T&E reimbursement requests and serve as backupReview supplier invoice and expense journal activity to ensure accurate coding to the general ledgerEnsure internal and external customers are highly satisfied with service deliveryAccounts Receivable Operations:Monitor daily cash receipts, cash application, and unapplied cash balancesInvestigate and research unidentified cash received; troubleshoot complex scenariosProcess overflow A/R activities and serve as backup supportReview A/R journal activity to ensure accurate coding to the general ledgerEnsure timely resolution of customer inquiries and discrepanciesQuality Assurance & Continuous Improvement:Assist with maintaining procedures for A/P and A/R processesHelp test and implement disbursement authority and T&E policy changes in financial systemsSupport research, assessment, testing, and implementation of system enhancementsIdentify opportunities for business process improvement and efficiency gainsSupport strong control environment with proper segregation of dutiesSystem Maintenance & Optimization:Help identify, investigate, and resolve issues related to financial systems; escalate as appropriateSupport testing for system new releases and projects, leveraging automated testing softwareMaintain accuracy and integrity of financial data across platformsCollaboration & Team Support:Interact with staff and management at various levels across multiple divisionsDevelop and maintain effective working relationships as a collaborative team memberShare information, seek and provide constructive feedback, and support a respectful workplaceQualificationsRequired:Minimum 2 years of accounts payable or accounts receivable experienceAbility to investigate and resolve accounts payable and accounts receivable issuesApplied knowledge of basic accounting principles and A/P and A/R process flowsProficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically ExcelPreferred:Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business, or related fieldExperience with Workday Financials, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar financial systemsCandidate AttributesCollaborative Communications and Behavior: Develops effective working relationships as a team member and across divisions; readily collaborates and shares informationInitiative and Accountability: Proactively addresses opportunities to enhance processes and services; takes ownership with integrityQuality-Focused: Solution-oriented with thoroughness and accuracy through quality deliverables; demonstrates persistence in achieving outcomesService-Oriented: Genuine desire to anticipate and meet customer needs; nurtures mutually beneficial relationshipsBenefitsIn addition to base salary, employees are eligible to participate in the annual incentive program with competitive awards based on corporate and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and employee assistance programsRetirement: 401(k) with matching contributionIncome Protection: Life, disability, accident, and critical illness insuranceTime Off: Vacation days, sick days, holidays, and family/military leave optionsOther: Commuter benefits, pet insurance, hybrid work scheduleGrowth: Tuition assistance and professional development opportunitiesEqual Opportunity NoticeHighspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com .Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.Representation NoticeBy submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.For residents of Ontario, Canada only: to the extent the position for employment is not with Highspring or not otherwise noted as vacant above, candidate should be informed that this role is to replace a presently employed person at Vaco by Highspring's client.Privacy NoticeVaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.Residents of all other states may access our policies here.Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.Residents of countries governed by GDPR and UK GDPR may access our policies here.Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.Pay Transparency NoticeDetermining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:· the individual's skill sets, experience and training;· licensure and certification requirements;· office location and other geographic considerations; and· other business and organizational needs.With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).