The Senior Accounts Payable and Systems Analyst is a highly skilled contributor responsible for overseeing the end-to-end accounts payable (AP) operations and serving as the system administrator for key finance platform(s). This role ensures not only the accurate and efficient processing of payments but also the reliability, integrity, and optimization of AP, T&E, and procurement systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of the procure-to-pay process, experience with financial systems, and the skills necessary to drive process improvements, cross-functional collaboration, and system enhancements that support financial operations.
What you will do: Systems Administration & Compliance:
- Act as the system administrator for Coupa - AP/Travel modules, and other integrated tools (e.g., Kofax, SAP).
- Maintain control over system user roles, permissions, and access management.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system issues by collaborating with internal IT, Parent Company, finance teams, and third-party vendors.
- Analyze and deliver recurring performance metrics, including PO utilization, processing timelines, and expense activity.
- Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, regulatory requirements, and corporate travel and expense policies.
Accounts Payable & Travel Program Oversight:
- Manage credit card programs and oversee the administration and compliance of the travel and expense platform.
- Lead the full-cycle AP process, including invoice automation, system transmissions, exception handling, and payments in SAP.
- Proactively identify and resolve complex invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor-related inquiries.
- Support accurate month-end close processes through reconciliation, reporting, and annual IRS 1099 & 1042 preparation.
- Deliver expert-level guidance, training, and support to internal stakeholders and junior team members on AP and T&E policies and tools.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:
- Serve as a key liaison between Procurement, Accounting, IT, and third-party vendors to address and resolve end-to-end process and system issues.
- Lead initiatives to streamline the procure-to-pay lifecycle through technology, automation, and best practices.
- Mentor new hires & junior staff members.
- Lead or participate in enterprise-level projects, including system implementations, UAT testing, and policy or platform rollouts.
You need to have:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related area preferred, or equivalent professional work experience considered.
- 4+ years of progressive experience in finance and exposure to systems administration.
- In-depth knowledge of the procure-to-pay lifecycle and general accounting principles.
- Knowledge of finance systems and related technologies.
- Proficient in Excel, with the ability to build and analyze financial reports.
- Excellent critical thinking, communication, and project management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and solve problems with a system-driven mindset.
- Experience in AI or automation tools within finance functions is highly desirable.
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