Accounts Payable Analyst

Purpose of the Job

The Accounts Payable (AP) Analyst is responsible for all AP payment processing in North America as well as all vendor follow-ups related to AP, including Payment Inquiries, Vendor Service Fee disputes, provide remittance information, and statement reconciliation.

This will be a hybrid position based in our office in downtown Chicago, Illinois. This role will be required to be in office 2-3 days per week, with the ability to work from home the remaining days.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing payments to vendors daily and weekly.
• Set up and maintain vendor files, ensuring proper application of deduction structures.
• Handle incoming vendor inquiries as well as internal reach outs in a timely manner.
• Manage statement reconciliation for suppliers that have past due balances.
• Demonstrate a methodical approach to analyzing problems, identifying root causes, and developing effective solutions.
• Clearly articulate complex concepts to both vendors and internal departments.

Knowledge, Skills + Experience

• 3-4 years of accounts payable experience
• Strong background in Microsoft Office, highly proficient in Excel
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or Economics
• Highly detail-oriented
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate across many organizational levels
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask required
• Must possess a high energy and sense of urgency
• Able to work closely with other team members in various regions
• Basic SAP knowledge
• Outside the box problem solving skills
• Thrive in dynamic environments where adapting to challenges and implementing creative solutions is essential.
• Actively listen and facilitate discussions to brainstorm solutions.
• When things get hectic, you stay calm, cool, and collected. You can prioritize effectively and make sound decisions even when deadlines loom.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without needing current or future employer sponsorship