Payment Operations Accountant

Goodwin • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Goodwin builds technology for companies that sell private charter flights, helping charter brokers manage client relationships, price trips, secure aircraft, and coordinate complex itineraries. Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Goodwin has distributed talent across the United States and is growing its private aviation technology business.

The Payment Operations Accountant owns day-to-day accounting operations that support payment processing, accurate books, and strong financial controls. The role works closely with the Head of Finance and collaborates with international teammates who support accounting operations. Responsibilities include processing high volumes of accounts payable and receivable transactions, reconciling ledgers, monitoring payment systems, supporting treasury and payment operations, maintaining financial records, and contributing to month-end close and scalable workflow improvements.

Success in the role means processing payments on time, keeping reconciliations current, identifying discrepancies early, managing transaction volume accurately, maintaining effective payment-system controls, and communicating and collaborating effectively as the company grows.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in high-volume accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, or payment operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Understanding of cost accounting principles.
• Experience with fraud prevention, compliance, chargebacks, or payment risk management.
• Experience working with banking platforms, treasury systems, payment processors, or fintech platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to improving processes.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with teammates across different countries and time zones.
• Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Perform daily ledger reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.
• Monitor payment systems for unusual activity, fraud risks, and compliance with internal controls.
• Support treasury and payment operations across multiple banking and fintech platforms.
• Collaborate with international accounting contractors to ensure timely and accurate financial processing.
• Improve accounting workflows and identify opportunities to make financial operations more scalable.
• Maintain accurate financial records within QuickBooks, ERP systems, and Excel-based reporting.
• Support month-end close activities and other operational accounting initiatives as the company grows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time