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Accounts Payable Analyst Temp To Perm

The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for supporting and optimizing the accounts payable function by ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, analyzing discrepancies, maintaining data integrity, and strengthening internal controls. This role partners with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve issues, improve processes, and provide reporting and insights related to payables activity, cash flow, and vendor performance.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review, validate, and process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy of pricing, quantities, and purchase order matching (3-way match).
• Analyze and resolve invoice discrepancies, working cross-functionally with procurement, receiving, and vendors to ensure timely resolution.
• Assign and review general ledger coding for accuracy and consistency with company policies and financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare and review payment proposals (ACH, wire, and check runs), ensuring proper approvals, timing, and cash flow considerations.
• Perform vendor statement reconciliations and investigate variances to maintain accurate accounts payable balances.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and identify trends, risks, or overdue balances; recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain and audit vendor master data (e.g., payment terms, tax status, banking details) to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal controls.
• Respond to and resolve vendor and internal inquiries, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Generate and analyze accounts payable reports to support month-end close, audits, and management reporting.
• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and efficiency within the AP function; assist with implementation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., 1099 reporting).
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
• Follows company rules and procedures.

Education & Experience:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and relevant accounts payable experience.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting, with exposure to analysis and reconciliation activities preferred.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, accounting principles, and financial controls.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience reconciling accounts and analyzing data to identify discrepancies and trends.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel (e.g., lookups, pivot tables).
• Experience with ERP systems and vendor management processes.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external vendors.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits: Health Insurance, Vacation and PTO available after completion of required hours worked