The Accounts Payable Analyst, is responsible for the payables systems and processes of the organization, assuring accurate and timely payments for all vendors. This position also works closely with the Controller to establish annual expenditure budgets, forecast cash needs, analyze expenditures, establish and carry out payables processes, and ensure consistent compliance across all business units. Ideal candidates should have a strong work ethic, be willing and able to address transactional needs of the entire procure-to-pay process, and also understand and/or be willing to learn the broader accounting functions of the organization across all areas. It requires a motivated, self-starting individual with strong computer skills, knowledge of accounting practices and systems, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
*Management of payables processes, including entry of invoices, routing for approval, and matching invoices to receipts in multiple ERP systems.
*Implementation, improvement, and enforcement of entity policies surrounding purchase order creation, payment approvals and timing.
*Creation of payment runs, including checks, wires, and ACHs.
*Vendor management, including W-9 requirements and 1099 compliance.
*Acts as final check on use tax compliance and coding before payments are remitted.
*Management and closing of entity purchase orders.
*Organizing the efforts of other staff who process payables.
*Administration and directs the reconciliation of company credit cards.
*Weekly cash position and requirements reporting.
*Assistance with monthly and year-end closing processes and annual financial statement audits.
*Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or upper management.
Education, Experience and Training

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited college is preferred, but work experience is also considered.
• 3 to 5 years of accounting experience with the ability to analyze financial transactions is preferred
• Proven track record for improving process efficiencies and solving problems
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, general ledger, and financial reporting systems is required
• Experience with A/P automation technologies preferred
• Basic Excel proficiency required. Intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency is preferred
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word/Office Suite is required
• Comfort with reading legal contracts
• Successful in dealing with vendor and company personnel at all levels

Working Environment and Conditions

• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
• Non-regular work hours may be required.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• This position requires working in an office environment.