PenFed Credit Union · 3 weeks ago
Senior Shared Services Specialist
McLean, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expPenFed Credit Union is hiring a Senior Shared Services Specialist to lead the Finance Accounts Payable-Shared Services function. The role focuses on operational excellence and process improvement, overseeing day-to-day Accounts Payable transactions and mentoring junior staff while collaborating with internal partners and external vendors.
BankingCreditFinanceFinancial ServicesLending
Responsibilities
Responsible for performing daily processing of transactions in accordance with established service-level agreements, with accuracy and efficiency
Assist in creation, maintenance and updating of policies and procedures
Work cross functionally with HR, Treasury, Procurement, Global Fixed Assets, and external partners on changes in policies and processes
Ability to identify and drive continuous improvements and innovative ideas
Support accounting areas with inquiries and analysis on month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing
Review invoice coding performed by junior staff for accuracy and route for approval
Process vendor payments within system on a daily basis based on payment method
Ability to perform complex reconciliations of vendor and payment data
Establish vendors/suppliers in the PeopleSoft system accurately to process payments and provide correct reporting data for year-end tax reporting
Demonstrate strong customer service and soft skills to handle vendor and executive escalations
Assist with testing new functions and features within the Accounts Payable system
Assist in departmental projects as required including special studies and analysis
Assist in maintenance and updating of policies and procedures that apply to your assigned responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned by the department manager
Qualification
Required
Equivalent combination of education and experience is considered
Minimum 5 years of progressive accounts payable experience, including high-volume invoice processing
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal stakeholders and external vendors
High level of integrity, confidentiality and accountability
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred and/or a combination of education and work experience will be considered
Additional knowledge through accounting/banking certification or direct banking experience in an automated scenario is preferred
Experience with PeopleSoft - Accounts Payable is preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Care support
Fitness center access
401(k) match
Employee loan discounts
Fully paid life and disability coverage
Education assistance
Community involvement
Volunteer opportunities
Company
PenFed Credit Union
PenFed Credit Union offers banking services, loans, mortgages, and credit cards to individuals and small businesses.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$845.89M2025-09-22Debt Financing· $398.49M
2024-08-29Debt Financing· $447.4M
Leadership Team
Sarah Heintzman
Executive Vice President, CFO
Andrea McCarren
Senior Vice President & Chief Content Officer
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