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Director / Manager of Accounting Operations Arkansas Talent Group Little Rock, AR Job Details Full-time $110,000 - $140,000 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Financial reporting process management Internal controls Cash application Compliance reporting Invoice payment processing Bachelor's degree Financial workflow efficiency improvements Managing accounting teams Leading team collaboration initiatives Accounting and finance experience Process improvement planning Business operations Financial compliance monitoring Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Arkansas Talent Group is working with a large Manufacturing Company in Little Rock in to find a Director / Manager of Accounting Operations . The position is open to either level depending on the qualifications of the candidate. This position will sit in the Corporate Office and manage a large team scattered throughout the country. This position will lead a shared services team supporting all transactional accounting activities. This is a newly scoped role and is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys building process, managing distributed teams, and driving efficiency through technology and automation. Candidate will partner closely with Corporate Accounting, Treasury, and FP&A to ensure accurate, timely, and scalable accounting operations. What You'll Own Lead day-to-day operations of the shared services accounting function, including Accounts Payable, Cash Application, employee expense reporting, corporate credit card administration, and 1099 reporting Manage a remote team, setting clear performance expectations, providing coaching and development, and fostering a high-accountability, service-oriented culture Oversee AP processing, vendor management workflows, and payment runs, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strong internal controls Direct the cash application process, ensuring customer payments are applied accurately and on time, and partner with AR/credit teams to resolve issues quickly Own the end-to-end employee expense reporting process, including policies, approvals, and compliance as the company transitions to Concur Administer corporate credit card programs, including card issuance, limits, policies, monitoring, and alignment with expense reporting and controls Oversee 1099 reporting processes to ensure compliance, accurate data collection, and timely filings Serve as business owner for AP and expense automation initiatives, including implementation and optimization of AP automation tools Partner with Corporate Accounting to ensure month-end close deadlines are met, reconciliations are completed, and transactional activity is accurately recorded Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures, and KPIs for shared services; regularly report out on performance to leadership Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and strengthen internal controls across all transactional processes Collaborate with IT, Procurement, and Operations to support system enhancements, integrations, and continuous improvement projects
What You Bring:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting operations or shared services, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role overseeing transactional accounting functions Experience managing remote teams and leading through clear metrics, expectations, and regular communication Strong understanding of AP, cash application, T&E, and 1099 reporting processes, including control and compliance requirements Hands-on experience with expense reporting platforms and AP automation tools strongly preferred Comfortable working within ERP environments and leveraging technology to drive automation and scale Proven track record of process improvement, including standardization, centralization, and documentation of accounting workflows Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders in
Accounting, Operations, IT, and Procurement Perks :
Attractive base salary + Bonus Equity Component Terrific Benefits, Matching 401k Plan, & Ample PTO Visibility to senior finance leadership and a clear path for future growth for high performers. For more information, please apply directly or send a message on LinkedIn to Chris Chunn. Arkansas Talent Group is an Executive Permanent Placement Recruitment Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.