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Senior Accounts Payable Accountant

Play Playground, Nashville, TN, United States


Senior Accounts Payable Accountant (Multi‑Property / Payroll)
We're looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Accountant who loves keeping the score behind the scenes. This role blends AP, accounting, and payroll support to keep our venues running smoothly across multiple states.

Based in Nashville, this role ensures accurate books, supports high‑volume operations, assists with payroll processing, and ensures timely financial processes across Nashville and Las Vegas locations.

Key Responsibilities

Own day‑to‑day Accounts Payable operations for multiple Play Playground locations, including Nashville and Las Vegas

Manage vendor invoices, documentation, and three‑way matching; ensure timely, accurate payments

Partner with venue managers and department leaders to ensure invoices, receipts, and approvals are submitted correctly and on time

Maintain consistent AP workflows aligned with company standards while meeting venue‑specific requirements

Identify and resolve discrepancies, delays, and process gaps across multi‑property operations

Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and support the month‑end close process

Maintain accurate financial records within QuickBooks or similar accounting systems

Create monthly financial reporting packages for the CFO and management team

Support as backup or payroll processing

Partner with leaders across Operations, F&B, Retail, and Experience to analyze performance drivers and financial needs

Support the integration and maintenance of accounting, POS, inventory, and ticketing systems

Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and multi‑state documentation standards

Assist with financial onboarding and setup for new venue expansions

What You Bring

2–5+ years of accounting or blended finance experience, with hands‑on exposure to AP and general ledger activities

Experience supporting high‑volume transactions and multiple revenue streams

Payroll processing or payroll coordination experience preferred

Experience supporting multi‑location, multi‑property, or multi‑entity operations strongly preferred

Proficiency with QuickBooks or similar accounting platforms

Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills (lookups, pivots, reconciliations)

Background in hospitality, entertainment, retail, or high‑volume environments a plus

Clear, effective communicator with strong organizational and detail‑orientation skills

High standards for integrity, confidentiality, follow‑through, and sound judgment

Licenses & Certifications

None required; CPA or bookkeeping coursework is a plus.

Who Thrives Here
Those who enjoy structured, high‑volume environments and cross‑department collaboration in an immersive, energetic entertainment setting. The company values play, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

Nashville‑based office and venue environment.

Remote support to Las Vegas and future venues

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