Accounting & Finance Systems Manager

NorthPoint Search Group•Atlanta, GA

1d•$131,000 - $194,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Accounting & Finance Systems Manager To Apply Now – email your resume to [email protected] Who: Experienced finance or accounting systems professionals with 7+ years in systems implementation, product ownership, or process improvement supporting accounting/finance operations. What: Lead and optimize Invoice-to-Pay systems, partner with Accounting & IT stakeholders, deliver system enhancements, drive process standardization, automation, and controls improvement. When: Full-time, ongoing role with cross-functional and project-based priorities. Where: Flexible corporate or hybrid environment; collaborative role partnering across Accounting, IT, and finance teams. Why: Improve operational efficiency, strengthen internal controls, standardize processes, and implement innovative system solutions for critical finance workflows. Salary: $131,000 – $194,000 annually, with performance-based bonus opportunities. Accounting & Finance Systems Manager – lead Invoice-to-Pay system enhancements, process improvements, automation, and internal control initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred).
7+ years experience in finance or accounting systems implementation, product ownership, or process improvement.
Strong knowledge of Invoice-to-Pay systems, integrated financial systems, and vendor/expense management.
Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into technical deliverables and lead projects end-to-end.
Solid understanding of internal controls, audit requirements, and operational risk in finance processes.
Excellent written/verbal communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field

Responsibilities

Support and enhance Invoice-to-Pay processes including AP, GL, expense management, and workflow automation.
Partner with Accounting and IT to define the roadmap for process improvements, system upgrades, and measurable outcomes.
Conduct process discovery, map workflows, identify pain points, and implement solutions to reduce manual effort and cycle times.
Translate business needs into technical deliverables: process maps, user stories, functional designs, test plans, and implementation documentation.
Manage system vendor relationships, issue escalation, product updates, and adoption of new functionality.
Pilot automation, AI, and emerging technology solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, compliance, and user experience.
Ensure system changes align with internal controls, audit requirements, and data governance standards.
Track key metrics (cycle time, exceptions, usage) to drive continuous improvement and prioritize initiatives.
Standardize adoption through documentation, training, and self-service resources for end-users.
Collaborate with the broader finance systems team to maintain firmwide standards while being accountable for Invoice-to-Pay outcomes.