Program Manager, Accounting Operations

We are looking for an Accounting Operations Program Manager with a strong finance and accounting background (Accounts Receivables/Payables) to lead cross-functional initiatives focused on finance, ERP optimization, and process automation. The ideal candidate will leverage strong accounting experience, Big 4 or other relevant professional accounting background, to build end-to-end finance cycles. This includes Order-to-Cash (managing customer orders, billing, accounts receivable, collections, and revenue recognition), Procure-to-Pay (purchasing, supplier invoicing, accounts payable, and vendor payments), and Inventory-to-Cost (inventory valuation, cost accounting, cost of goods sold, reconciliations, and opex allocation). You will also lead technical programs involving these systems. Manage month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, accruals, expense reporting, and end-of-month (EOM) reconciliation processes to support faster and more accurate financial close Review and reconcile accounts payable (AP) transactions and vendor statements and GR/IR including recon triage calls, features engaging with cross functional teams Lead end-to-end program management of AR & AP initiatives, including accounting automation and financial systems improvements Drive cross-functional projects across Finance, Accounting, Data, Engineering, and IT teams Support initiatives related to financial data governance, reporting automation, and operational scalability Manage programs related to ERP optimization, system integration, and financial reporting infrastructure Translate finance and accounting business requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with engineering and systems teams Coordinate program roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables across multiple stakeholders Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field or equivalent professional experience 2+ years of revenue/accounts payable accounting experience 5–10 years of experience in program management, finance transformation, financial systems implementation, or related roles Strong understanding of financial processes such as financial close, reconciliations, cost accounting, accounts payable, purchasing, and financial reporting Strong stakeholder management and communication skills and ability to work independently in a fast paced environment Experience working on finance automation, accounts receivable, book close, accounts payable, inventory cost accounting, and opex processes Experience maintaining AP records and performing reconciliations in QuickBooks, Intuit, or similar accounting platforms Advanced Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, XLOOKUP, Power Query) and familiarity with data analytics, SQL, or business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI) Background in FP&A, accounting operations, or financial analytics Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or PMP are advantageous Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period) Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program Expected Compensation $112,000 - $217,200/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.