HKA is a global leader in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, and expert witness services. We tackle complex challenges with our multi-disciplinary expertise.

As trusted consultants and advisors, we deliver solutions in uncertain and disputed situations, ensuring the best outcomes for clients worldwide. Our experts have testified globally on major cases spanning across a wide range of industries and sectors.

As part of the HKA team you can expect:

• A strong collaborative culture with a mutual pursuit of your success alongside the success of our teams.

• The opportunity to solve problems creatively, contribute to our innovative direction, and be valued as an individual

• The ability to leverage HKA’s strong network and presence in various industries and reputation for exceptional expert witnesses to accelerate career development and connections.

The Opportunity:

The Accounting Operations Manager oversees the General Ledger, Payroll, and Accounts Payable functions while leading a small accounting team. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and has hands-on experience managing multi-state payroll, multi-entity accounting operations, and month-end close activities. The successful candidate will drive accuracy, compliance, process improvement, and team development across key accounting functions

Responsibilities:

General Ledger (GL)

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes

• Consolidate multi-company P&Ls

• Ensure accurate journal entries and reconciliations

• Maintain chart of accounts and multi-company working papers

• Analyze variances versus budget and forecast

• Ensure proper accounting treatment in compliance with GAAP/IFRS

• Quantify KPI and commission schedules

• Support annual, FAR, and 401(k) audits

Payroll Management

• Lead and oversee all payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing

• Manage complex multi-state payroll activities across multiple entities and employee populations

• Coordinate with HR to ensure accurate employee, compensation, and benefits data

• Oversee payroll tax filings, reporting requirements, and regulatory compliance

• Review and complete payroll reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

• Continuously evaluate and improve payroll processes, controls, and efficiency

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Lead and develop the AP function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of a high volume of invoices and payments

• Review and approve payment runs while maintaining strong internal controls

• Monitor AP aging, cash flow impacts, and vendor payment performance

• Maintain key vendor relationships and resolve escalated issues

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability

Compliance and System Implementation

• Manage business licenses and state registrations

• Lead implementation of Navan, an AI-powered corporate travel and expense management platform

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff

• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve issues

• Implement process improvements and present reports to leadership

• Foster accountability, continuous improvement, and strong team performance across accounting operations

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience across General Ledger, Payroll, and Accounts Payable functions

• 1+ years of experience in a Professional Services organization

• Multi-entity accounting experience, including consolidations and intercompany activity

• Multi-state payroll experience for a employee population exceeding 300 people; including payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and compliance

• Strong General Ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliation experience

• Experience supporting external audits, preparing working papers, and maintaining internal controls

• Proven success in fast-paced, high-volume accounting environments with competing priorities and deadlines

• 2+ years of direct people management experience leading accounting, payroll, or AP teams; payroll and AP oversight required

• Proficiency with ERP and payroll systems; Vantagepoint experience preferred

What we offer:

Salary range of $105,000 - $120,000 depending upon qualifications, experience, and overall fit. HKA also offers our full benefits package including but not limited to robust Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans, Retirement Plan with Company Match, 20 Vacation Days/10 Company Holidays/7 Wellness days, Training and Development Programs, and more

At HKA we recognize that our people are critical to our ongoing success. Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture aimed at providing the best opportunities for our people to thrive and develop in their chosen career path.

Our Global Recruitment team is committed to providing an authentic candidate experience for all those who take the time to apply to HKA. We are committed to providing an efficient and insightful recruitment process giving candidates a true reflection of life at HKA. 

Fairness and Equality at HKA:

HKA works hard to provide a welcoming environment for all of our employees. We are committed as a business on the continued improvement of our fairness and equality strategy. Please visit our careers page for further information or feel free to ask our recruitment team for further information.

All HKA employment decisions shall be made in accordance with controlling laws and based on merit.

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