Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Breakwater Accounting + Advisory is a woman-led, technology-forward accounting and advisory firm helping nonprofits and small businesses. They are seeking an Accounts Payable Implementation Specialist to lead AP onboarding and implementation for new clients, improving systems and workflows while ensuring smooth transitions to operations teams.
Responsibilities
- Build and document scalable, repeatable AP workflows for client accounts
- Create standardized procedures to ensure consistency across engagements
- Configure and test AP systems, automations, and integrations
- Identify workflow gaps and recommend process improvements
- Lead AP setup for new client engagements
- Configure platforms such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, Bill.com, and Ramp
- Map charts of accounts and validate data flow accuracy
- Run initial AP cycles to test workflows before handoff to operations teams
- Create training documentation and support smooth client transitions
- Resolve sync issues and workflow errors across multiple systems
- Improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of AP operations
- Research and recommend new technology solutions and best practices
- Help establish best practices for a growing department
- Operate independently while collaborating cross-functionally
- Contribute to the future development of the AP service line
Skills
- 3+ years of bookkeeping, AP, or accounting experience supporting small businesses and/or nonprofits
- Experience managing multiple client accounts or workflows simultaneously
- Hands-on experience with some or most of the following: QuickBooks Online, Xero, Bill.com, Ramp
- Strong process orientation and attention to detail
- Ability to troubleshoot systems and think critically about workflows
- Comfort learning and implementing new software platforms
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently in a remote environment
Benefits
- Fully remote work environment
- Collaborative, low-ego team culture
- Technology-forward approach to accounting operations
- Five weeks PTO plus holidays
- Full benefits package + 401(k) match
- Clear growth opportunities as the department expands
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