AP Operations Accountant

First Horizon • Memphis, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Drives process guidance and support within the Chief Accounting Officer’s Division, with a primary focus on accounting principles, process design, and efficiencies related to Accounts Payable.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate in an effective and professional manner both orally and written
• Proficient understanding of general ledger and accounts payable system functions
• Must be able to handle conflict and work with all resource levels within the company
• Thorough understanding of IRS requirements for Accounts Payable deliverables
• Must be able to learn in a high paced environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Management Information Systems preferred
• 9+ hours of systems type classes preferred (MIS, computer science, visual basic, etc.)
• Experience with Oracle ERP and/ or Coupa preferred
• Proficient in commonly used Microsoft Office applications
• 4-5 years experience in accounting systems, accounts payable, or similar field
• Ability to maintain positive attitude in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment

Responsibilities

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for Oracle Accounts Payable
• Facilitate research and problem resolution for complex vendor issues
• Coordinate IRS requirements for Accounts Payable reporting
• Coordinate research, review, and escheatment of uncashed AP checks
• Prepare and maintain documentation for standard operating procedures
• Support Audit requests
• Provide accounting support for operational functions within Accounting Services
• Produce ad-hoc reports and information extracts as required for business analytics
• Participate in data loads to various systems
• Conduct all activities in a professional manner that reflects First Horizon’s culture and ethics

Benefits

• Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
• HSA with company match
• Maternity and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mentor program
• 401(k) with 6% match
• More -- FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level