Overview
A finance and accounting organization is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst to manage accounts payable processes, ensure accuracy and compliance, and drive improvements in AP technology and operations. This role supports month-end financial close activities and collaborates with multiple teams to optimize system performance and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Comply with organizational values and all safety, environmental, security, and quality standards, including regulatory requirements such as FDA and Sarbanes-Oxley
- Research and resolve escalated accounts payable issues, performing root cause analysis to improve processes
- Demonstrate proficiency in AP technology and resolve invoice processing and payment escalations
- Manage monthly financial statement close procedures for AP and inventory subledgers across multiple units
- Develop and publish AP operational data, reports, and KPIs to support cash forecasting and operational excellence
- Advise management on and implement technology solutions to drive AP best practices, process improvements, and system efficiencies
- Collaborate with AP team members and leadership across Supply Chain and IT to identify and implement system enhancements and training
- Lead application upgrades, product enhancements, AI integration, and software implementations for global AP systems, including Oracle, Jaggaer, Esker, and Citi credit card platform
- Support integration of AP functions during acquisitions to align with strategic growth plans
- Maintain global AP policies and procedures, including purchasing and travel programs
- Perform additional duties as required
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of accounts payable technology experience in a global, multi-national, publicly traded company
- Experience with software implementations, system optimization, transformation, and change management
- At least 5 years of experience with major ERP software and information systems
- Minimum 2 years working with Jaggaer and Esker platforms
- Strong knowledge of integrated Procure-To-Pay operations
- Proven ability to maintain efficient operations in a complex organization
- Excellent analytical, collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially MS Excel functions such as IF statements, VLOOKUP, and Pivot tables
- Ability to manage competing priorities and confidential information while supporting strategic initiatives
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $62,250 - $95,700
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits
- Parental leave available after one year
- Optional employee-paid supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
- Immediate eligibility for 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
- 80 hours of company-designated holidays per year plus annual paid time off allotment
Location
This role supports global operations and involves collaboration across multiple units and teams.