Accounts Payable Analyst

Job Description

Brief team/department description: The Azurity Accounting Team is searching for an Accounts Payable Analyst to join the team as we build out best-in-class finance processes and ensure quality information is available for decision making. This person needs to be a go-getter who can take ownership of their areas. AP Accountant needs to build relationships with Commercial, Legal and HR to ensure information is flowing from the business to Accounting and then to FP&A. When issues arise, this person should be ambitious, ready to dig in to determine root cause and the path forward. Principle Responsibilities: The Accounts Payable Analyst responsibilities include but are not limited to: Process both PO and Non-PO invoices in Microsoft D365 with extensive knowledge of processing invoices from global countries. Understand the full life cycle of the Accounts Payable process. Ensure that process targets for AP queues and SLAs are met on time. Resolve invoice discrepancies by collaborating with vendors and buyers. Communicate the accounts payable process clearly and provide input to ensure a high quality of service. Monitor entries and processes for compliance with accounting rules and audit controls. Reconcile vendor statements and investigate and correct discrepancies. Manage the travel and expense process and handle query management, with Concur experience. Utilize analytical and problem-solving skills to improve processes. Review and update SOP documents regularly or as required. Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor s degree in accounting or finance Minimum of 5 years experience in Accounts Payable process. Detail oriented with strong teaming and interpersonal skills Payment processing experience preferred Focus on quality and good analytical skills Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements. Pharmaceutical industry experience is a plus Strong PC skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and financial accounting systems Physical & Mental Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to sit for long periods of time While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; talk and/or hear May occasionally climb stairs and/or ride elevators The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Employee must be able to manipulate keyboard, operate a telephone and hand-held devices Other miscellaneous job duties as required