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WHO WE ARE
KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.
The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We, more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group across over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented intralogistics industry, are dedicated to making complexity simple.
One of KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
The Accounting Operations Specialist will work closely with the General Accounting team accomplishing the following among others:
- Managing expense reports using SAP Concur (consists of approving monthly expense reports providing customer service to internal employees and training to new hires)
- Downloading expense report data weekly; auditing data for accuracy prior to uploading it into live system
- Maintaining company credit cards (apply for new hire credit cards, cancel credit cards, manage credit limit requests, assist employees with their credit cards as necessary)
- Maintaining Concur information (update employee departments, update managers, approval flows as needed; audit all employee accounts regularly)
- Working directly with employees to correct errors on expense reports
- Manage CATS hours for field employees using SAP system
- Continually seeking opportunities for process improvement and efficiency
WHAT YOU HAVE
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience with SAP Concur preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Excel preferred
- Experience with SAP preferred
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail, demonstrated deductive reasoning, and impeccable/consistent follow-through skills
- Ability to meet critical deadlines
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
- Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively within a team
- Quick learner, analytical, detail and quality oriented
- The ideal candidate is a team player and eager to learn to ensure continuous improvement
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Overtime, as required by work
- Professional office etiquette is required at all times
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Physical requirement may include: sitting, stooping, bending, visual acuity, finger dexterity, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- 2 remote days per week
- Half day Fridays
- A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
- Industry competitive compensation
- Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
- 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Subsidized Daycare
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Subsidized food delivery
- Monthly celebrations
- Quarterly employee events
- Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering
KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”
WHO WE ARE
KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.
The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We, more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group across over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented intralogistics industry, are dedicated to making complexity simple.
One of KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
The Accounting Operations Specialist will work closely with the General Accounting team accomplishing the following among others:
- Managing expense reports using SAP Concur (consists of approving monthly expense reports providing customer service to internal employees and training to new hires)
- Downloading expense report data weekly; auditing data for accuracy prior to uploading it into live system
- Maintaining company credit cards (apply for new hire credit cards, cancel credit cards, manage credit limit requests, assist employees with their credit cards as necessary)
- Maintaining Concur information (update employee departments, update managers, approval flows as needed; audit all employee accounts regularly)
- Working directly with employees to correct errors on expense reports
- Manage CATS hours for field employees using SAP system
- Continually seeking opportunities for process improvement and efficiency
WHAT YOU HAVE
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience with SAP Concur preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Excel preferred
- Experience with SAP preferred
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail, demonstrated deductive reasoning, and impeccable/consistent follow-through skills
- Ability to meet critical deadlines
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
- Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively within a team
- Quick learner, analytical, detail and quality oriented
- The ideal candidate is a team player and eager to learn to ensure continuous improvement
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Overtime, as required by work
- Professional office etiquette is required at all times
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Physical requirement may include: sitting, stooping, bending, visual acuity, finger dexterity, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- 2 remote days per week
- Half day Fridays
- A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
- Industry competitive compensation
- Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
- 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Subsidized Daycare
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Subsidized food delivery
- Monthly celebrations
- Quarterly employee events
- Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering
KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial Services
- Manufacturing
- Artificial Intelligence
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accounting operations specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Proficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general ledger processes
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and data reconciliation
- Knowledge of GAAP and standard month-end close procedures
- CPA certification or progress toward CPA preferred for senior-level roles
Tips for Your Accounting Operations Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to ERP systems
Most accounting operations specialist postings require hands-on experience with SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite. Name the exact system and version you've used, and call out specific modules like accounts payable or fixed assets to get past automated screening.
Highlight reconciliation and close experience
Employers expect you to own period-end close tasks. Describe your role in monthly or quarterly close cycles, including which accounts you reconciled, the volume of transactions you handled, and any process improvements you drove.
Target postings by industry workflow differences
Accounting operations in healthcare runs on cost reporting and charge capture, while manufacturing focuses on inventory costing and variance analysis. Read each posting carefully and mirror the industry-specific language back in your cover letter and resume bullets.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists accounting operations specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for Excel and system proficiency tests
Many employers screen candidates with a practical test covering pivot tables, VLOOKUP, or basic data validation before the first interview. Practice working through trial balances and reconciliation scenarios in Excel so you're ready to perform under timed conditions.
Negotiate using total compensation, not just base
Accounting operations roles often carry performance bonuses tied to close accuracy or processing volume. Ask about bonus structure, remote flexibility, and professional development reimbursement during the offer stage so you're comparing full packages, not just base salaries.
Accounting Operations Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most accounting operations specialists?
The companies hiring the most accounting operations specialists right now include Axon, Deloitte, and Amazon, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Industries with the highest concentration of openings include financial services, healthcare, and large-scale manufacturing.
How many accounting operations specialist jobs are remote?
About 68% of accounting operations specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader adoption of cloud-based ERP platforms that make distributed accounting work more practical. Sub-roles focused on accounts payable processing and general ledger reconciliation tend to be the most remote-eligible, while positions requiring on-site access to physical documents or cash handling are more likely to be in-office.
How do you become an accounting operations specialist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, which most employers treat as a baseline requirement. Build hands-on experience with ERP systems through internships, entry-level accounting clerk roles, or accounts payable positions. Develop proficiency in period-end close, account reconciliation, and financial reporting. Earning a CPA or pursuing coursework in management accounting strengthens your candidacy for mid-level and senior roles.
How do you get hired as an accounting operations specialist with little experience?
Focus on roles with titles like accounts payable coordinator, billing specialist, or accounting assistant, which feed directly into accounting operations specialist positions. Demonstrate ERP familiarity even from coursework or volunteer bookkeeping. Highlight accuracy with high-volume data entry and any exposure to month-end tasks. Many employers hire candidates who can show clean, detail-oriented work in a support accounting role and promote them once they've learned the close cycle.
What does the accounting operations specialist interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or HR screen covering your ERP experience and background in core accounting functions. A hiring manager interview then focuses on how you've handled reconciliation discrepancies, close deadlines, and process exceptions. Many employers include a practical skills assessment covering Excel, journal entries, or a sample reconciliation. Final rounds often involve a conversation with a controller or finance director to assess your understanding of internal controls and reporting standards.
Where can I find and apply to accounting operations specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to accounting operations specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, industry preference, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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