Senior Accountant, Accounts Receivable (Shared Services)

Job Description

The Senior Accountant, Accounts Receivable, supports Aramark's Global Business Services (GBS) organization by performing accounting, reconciliation, and reporting activities related to accounts receivable. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of AR financial records through account analysis, journal entries, reconciliations, reporting, and internal controls.
The Senior Accountant partners with Shared Services Operations, General Ledger Accounting, Corporate Accounting, and business stakeholders to support timely financial close activities, accurate reporting, and continuous process improvement.

Job Responsibilities

•    Prepare journal entries, account adjustments, credit/debit memos, and variance analyses.
•    Perform AR subledger-to-general ledger reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
•    Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
•    Analyze AR balances, aging, deductions, unapplied cash, reserves, and related accounts.
•    Prepare and distribute standard AR reports and reporting packages.
•    Partner with General Ledger and Corporate Accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
•    Execute and document key controls to maintain compliance with company policies and financial reporting requirements.
•    Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations.
•    Maintain service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
•    Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, standardization, and controls.
•    Participate in special projects and system enhancement initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•    Strong understanding of accounts receivable accounting and reconciliations.
•    Knowledge of AR aging, bad debt reserves, DSO, and related AR metrics.
•    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
•    Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
•    Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
•    Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite or similar ERP systems.
•    Experience with BlackLine and reporting tools preferred.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

Education
•    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management required; an equivalent combination of education and relevant hands-on accounting, finance, or shared-services leadership experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

Experience

•    3–5+ years of accounting or finance experience, preferably in Accounts Receivable.
•    Shared Services experience preferred.
•    Experience with account reconciliations, internal controls, and month-end close activities.

Success Factors
•    Timely and accurate completion of accounting and reconciliation activities.
•    Achievement of close, reporting, SLA, and KPI requirements.
•    Compliance with company policies and internal controls.
•    Effective business partnership and continuous process improvement.

Benefits

Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.   Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.  Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.  For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation. 

 
    • Generous PTO, Vacation and 9 paid holidays
    • Volunteer days, community partnerships, Employee Assistance Program
    • Employee discounts on select services and products
    • Your choice of three medical plan tiers, two carriers to choose from
    • Adoption Assistance & Paid Parental Leave
    • Tuition Funding Sources and Scholarship Programs
    • Retirement plan (401K or SIRP for those eligible) with match on annual contributions

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners,