Accounts Payable Analyst

Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Clerk in Kansas City, Missouri. The role involves managing accounts payable processes and working with both external and internal customers within the telecom industry. The individual will be primarily responsible for monitoring, resolving, and communicating about account statuses and maintaining good communication channels.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a general understanding of Financial Accounting and internal controls related to the purchase to pay process.

• Establish and maintain effective communication with external and internal customers.

• Resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status.

• Handle requests for information/reports from management, auditors or other business units.

• Assist in the development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department and process improvements.

• Monitor Accounts Payable general mailbox to ensure e-mails are addressed promptly.

• Review Accounts Payable statements and follow up with vendors as needed.

• Ensure that internal controls and procedures are followed and report any discrepancies to management.

• Diligently follow up on approval of invoices to ensure prompt, timely payments to vendors; escalate issues as appropriate.

• Resolve outstanding aging balances for vendors, using knowledge of business systems and their relationship to Accounts Payable.

• Participate in the month-end and year-end close process.

• Assist with developing and maintaining Accounts Payable process documentation.

• Monitor supplier invoices for discount opportunities.

• Assist with special projects as needed. Requirements - Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) operations

• Experience in handling high-volume invoicing

• Skilled in payment processing

• Familiarity with ERP Solutions

• Experience with a major ERP system

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in dealing with sensitive information

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

• Strong problem-solving abilities

• Knowledge of relevant accounting software applications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred

• Prior experience in a similar role is desirable.

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