Job Description
Were seeking a detail‑oriented Accounts Payable Analyst for a Contract to Hire to support our member in their day‑to‑day AP operations. In this role, youll ensure accurate invoice processing, timely vendor payments, and strong compliance with internal controls. Youll also play a key part in month‑end close activities and help maintain positive vendor relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Process vendor invoices with accurate general ledger coding and three‑way matching
- Review and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues
- Prepare and assist with AP payment runs in accordance with company policies
- Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments; reconcile AP reports and escalate variances
- Maintain vendor master data, including new vendor setup and updates
- Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice and payment status
- Process employee expense reports in compliance with company policy
- Assist with intercompany AP reconciliations
- Support month‑end close, including AP accruals and reconciliations
- Monitor and follow up on open items in the vendor invoice management (VIM) system
Additional Duties
- Assist with internal and external audit requests
- Support preparation of cash and check disbursement schedules
- Track blanket purchase orders
- Generate standard AP and general ledger reports
- Maintain tracking logs to ensure accurate invoice processing
- Support AP vendor email inbox management
- Assist with corporate credit card administration and statement reconciliation
- Process utility invoices and petty cash transactions
- Track contractor payments and maintain documentation
- Perform basic account and vendor analysis
- Collaborate with internal departments to facilitate invoice approvals
- Maintain awareness of sales tax requirements related to AP
- Perform other duties as needed to support accounting operations
Qualifications
- High school diploma required; Associates degree in Accounting preferred
- 13 years of accounts payable or related accounting experience
- Prior experience in automotive supplier background required
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- In depth Experience with ERP SAP systems or AP automation tools required