Accounts Payable Analyst

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Analyst to join our finance team. This role is critical in ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments while supporting system implementations compliance requirements and process design for new business models. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills excellent communication abilities and a passion for process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Problem Resolution: Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to invoices purchase orders and payment terms.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders (Procurement Operations Finance) and external vendors to ensure smooth AP operations.
• Process Design & Optimization: Develop and implement scalable processes for new business models ensuring alignment with existing core processes and controls.
• System Implementation Support: Assist with testing validation and deployment of ERP or AP-related system enhancements and new implementations.
• SOX Control Testing: Execute and document internal control testing for SOX compliance ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Government Contract Compliance: Support GM Defense transactions to ensure AP processes meet requirements for government contracts including proper documentation reporting and audit readiness.
• Third-Party Oversight: Oversee and collaborate with third-party service providers to ensure quality compliance and timely execution of AP-related activities.
• Compliance & Reporting: Maintain accurate records support audits and ensure adherence to regulatory and internal compliance requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency through automation and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
• Experience: 2 years in Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in SAP or related software
• Proficiency Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with GM system dependencies and connections.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and AP best practices.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with system implementation or ERP upgrades.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and government contract requirements.
• Ability to deep dive processes perform root cause analysis and gain support for change and improvements.
• Experience managing third-party vendors or outsourced teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced evolving business environment with a risk mitigation mindset.

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