Program Manager, Accounting Operations

Description:
We are looking for an Accounting Operations Program Manager with a strong finance and accounting background (Accounts Receivables/Payables) to lead cross-functional initiatives focused on finance, ERP optimization, and process automation.

The ideal candidate will leverage strong accounting experience, Big 4 or other relevant professional accounting background, to build end-to-end finance cycles. This includes Order-to-Cash (managing customer orders, billing, accounts receivable, collections, and revenue recognition), Procure-to-Pay (purchasing, supplier invoicing, accounts payable, and vendor payments), and Inventory-to-Cost (inventory valuation, cost accounting, cost of goods sold, reconciliations, and opex allocation). You will also lead technical programs involving these systems.

Responsibilities:
Manage month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, accruals, expense reporting, and end-of-month (EOM) reconciliation processes to support faster and more accurate financial close
Review and reconcile accounts payable (AP) transactions and vendor statements and GR/IR including recon triage calls, features engaging with cross functional teams
Lead end-to-end program management of AR & AP initiatives, including accounting automation and financial systems improvements
Drive cross-functional projects across Finance, Accounting, Data, Engineering, and IT teams
Support initiatives related to financial data governance, reporting automation, and operational scalability
Manage programs related to ERP optimization, system integration, and financial reporting infrastructure
Translate finance and accounting business requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with engineering and systems teams
Coordinate program roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables across multiple stakeholders

Requirements:
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field or equivalent professional experience
2+ years of revenue/accounts payable accounting experience
5–10 years of experience in program management, finance transformation, financial systems implementation, or related roles
Strong understanding of financial processes such as financial close, reconciliations, cost accounting, accounts payable, purchasing, and financial reporting
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills and ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
Experience working on finance automation, accounts receivable, book close, accounts payable, inventory cost accounting, and opex processes
Experience maintaining AP records and performing reconciliations in QuickBooks, Intuit, or similar accounting platforms
Advanced Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, XLOOKUP, Power Query) and familiarity with data analytics, SQL, or business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI)
Background in FP&A, accounting operations, or financial analytics
Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or PMP are advantageous

Compensation & Benefits:
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation
$112,000 - $217,200/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.