Senior Accountant (Spend)
Wylie, Texas, United States of America
Full Time
1 day ago
$75,922 - $112,364 USD
Key skills
ERPWorkdayCommunicationCollaboration
About this role
North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) provides vital wholesale water, wastewater and solid waste management services to more than two million people who call North Texas their home. Our culture is deeply ingrained in our core values of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Service, and Teamwork (ITRUST). Our employees will tell you they feel a sense of purpose and have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact on the cities we serve by helping to provide services that their residents and businesses need to thrive. We offer an array of excellent benefits, including comprehensive health and wellness packages, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a robust pension plan to help secure our employees’ financial future. If you are looking for a rewarding, long-term career where you can make a meaningful impact on the North Texas region, look no further than NTMWD!
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant (Spend) is a cross-functional role within the Accounting Department that serves as a strategic liaison between Accounting and Procurement. This position is responsible for coordinating resolution of invoice discrepancies, contract and purchase order matching issues, and strengthening the invoice match strategy within the procure-to-pay (P2P) process. The Senior Accountant (Spend) will ensure accurate invoice processing, improve match compliance, and bridge operational gaps between procurement activities and financial accounting requirements.
This role is critical to maintaining timely supplier payments, strong internal controls, and efficient collaboration across departments. This position reports to the Accounting Manager and works closely with Procurement, Accounts Payable, and operational departments.
Job Responsibilities
Invoice Discrepancy Resolution & Match Strategy
• Review, analyze, and work with appropriate cost center end users and suppliers, when needed, to coordinate resolution of invoice discrepancies related to purchase orders, contracts, pricing, receiving documentation, and supplier billing terms.
• Manage and improve invoice matching outcomes by serving as the primary owner of invoice match exception resolution within Workday.
• Develop and support an invoice match strategy that promotes accurate 2-way and 3-way matching, reduces manual intervention, and improves first-pass invoice approval rates.
• Investigate root causes of recurring match failures and recommend process or system improvements to prevent future discrepancies.
Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Process Support
• Support the P2P lifecycle by identifying breakdowns between procurement execution and accounting/payment workflows as it relates to invoicing and receiving.
• Partner with Procurement to ensure contract terms, purchasing documentation, and supplier setups align with invoice and payment requirements.
• Ensure invoice processing complies with internal procurement policies, accounting standards, and audit expectations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Act as the primary liaison between Accounting, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and cost center requestors to ensure timely resolution of invoice match issues.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to clarify billing discrepancies, contract requirements, and payment expectations.
• Provide guidance to staff on invoice submission requirements, matching processes, and Workday best practices.
Workday Implementation & Continuous Improvement
• Support Workday financial workflows by troubleshooting invoice match exceptions, supplier invoice errors, and P2P process gaps.
• Assist with developing reports, dashboards, and metrics related to invoice matching performance, spend accuracy, and effectiveness of the 3-way match process.
• Document procedures and contribute to system enhancements that improve automation and reduce exception volume.
Additional Accounting Responsibilities
• Assist with general ledger reconciliations related to procurement and payables activity.
• Support month-end close processes tied to supplier invoices, accruals, and unmatched liabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Accounting and Procurement operations and District priorities.
• Perform other accounting related duties as required.
Job Requirements
Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; or the equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable, procurement support, or financial operations.
• Demonstrated experience resolving invoice discrepancies and supporting P2P workflows.
• Experience with Workday Financial Management or similar ERP platforms preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Knowledge of invoice matching controls, contract compliance, and procurement procedures (public sector preferred).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and invoice processing controls.
• Ability to design and support invoice match strategies that reduce exceptions and improve compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
• Ability to work effectively across departments and communicate complex financial issues clearly.
Environmental and Physical Working Conditions
Driving a District vehicle for business may be required. Employees required to drive as part of their job duties are responsible for maintaining a current, valid, and vehicle - appropriate driver' s license of their resident state.
This position requires minimum physical exertion with daily lifting requirements up to 10 pounds. Significant finger dexterity required. Activities may include carrying office materials, pulling and pushing file drawers and organizing paperwork. Duties are almost always carried out in an office environment. Equipment used includes a computer, printer, calculator, copier and telephone.
Thank you for considering a career with us! We value diversity, equal opportunity, and a positive work environment. We are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a dynamic and growing organization, we want to hear from you. Apply today and let’s explore the potential of working together to provide affordable, safe and reliable water, wastewater, and solid waste management services to the North Texas region.
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant (Spend) is a cross-functional role within the Accounting Department that serves as a strategic liaison between Accounting and Procurement. This position is responsible for coordinating resolution of invoice discrepancies, contract and purchase order matching issues, and strengthening the invoice match strategy within the procure-to-pay (P2P) process. The Senior Accountant (Spend) will ensure accurate invoice processing, improve match compliance, and bridge operational gaps between procurement activities and financial accounting requirements.
This role is critical to maintaining timely supplier payments, strong internal controls, and efficient collaboration across departments. This position reports to the Accounting Manager and works closely with Procurement, Accounts Payable, and operational departments.
Job Responsibilities
Invoice Discrepancy Resolution & Match Strategy
• Review, analyze, and work with appropriate cost center end users and suppliers, when needed, to coordinate resolution of invoice discrepancies related to purchase orders, contracts, pricing, receiving documentation, and supplier billing terms.
• Manage and improve invoice matching outcomes by serving as the primary owner of invoice match exception resolution within Workday.
• Develop and support an invoice match strategy that promotes accurate 2-way and 3-way matching, reduces manual intervention, and improves first-pass invoice approval rates.
• Investigate root causes of recurring match failures and recommend process or system improvements to prevent future discrepancies.
Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Process Support
• Support the P2P lifecycle by identifying breakdowns between procurement execution and accounting/payment workflows as it relates to invoicing and receiving.
• Partner with Procurement to ensure contract terms, purchasing documentation, and supplier setups align with invoice and payment requirements.
• Ensure invoice processing complies with internal procurement policies, accounting standards, and audit expectations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Act as the primary liaison between Accounting, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and cost center requestors to ensure timely resolution of invoice match issues.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to clarify billing discrepancies, contract requirements, and payment expectations.
• Provide guidance to staff on invoice submission requirements, matching processes, and Workday best practices.
Workday Implementation & Continuous Improvement
• Support Workday financial workflows by troubleshooting invoice match exceptions, supplier invoice errors, and P2P process gaps.
• Assist with developing reports, dashboards, and metrics related to invoice matching performance, spend accuracy, and effectiveness of the 3-way match process.
• Document procedures and contribute to system enhancements that improve automation and reduce exception volume.
Additional Accounting Responsibilities
• Assist with general ledger reconciliations related to procurement and payables activity.
• Support month-end close processes tied to supplier invoices, accruals, and unmatched liabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Accounting and Procurement operations and District priorities.
• Perform other accounting related duties as required.
Job Requirements
Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; or the equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable, procurement support, or financial operations.
• Demonstrated experience resolving invoice discrepancies and supporting P2P workflows.
• Experience with Workday Financial Management or similar ERP platforms preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Knowledge of invoice matching controls, contract compliance, and procurement procedures (public sector preferred).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and invoice processing controls.
• Ability to design and support invoice match strategies that reduce exceptions and improve compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
• Ability to work effectively across departments and communicate complex financial issues clearly.
Environmental and Physical Working Conditions
Driving a District vehicle for business may be required. Employees required to drive as part of their job duties are responsible for maintaining a current, valid, and vehicle - appropriate driver' s license of their resident state.
This position requires minimum physical exertion with daily lifting requirements up to 10 pounds. Significant finger dexterity required. Activities may include carrying office materials, pulling and pushing file drawers and organizing paperwork. Duties are almost always carried out in an office environment. Equipment used includes a computer, printer, calculator, copier and telephone.
Thank you for considering a career with us! We value diversity, equal opportunity, and a positive work environment. We are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a dynamic and growing organization, we want to hear from you. Apply today and let’s explore the potential of working together to provide affordable, safe and reliable water, wastewater, and solid waste management services to the North Texas region.