Senior Analyst, Accounts Payable

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Job Description:

Epiq is hiring for a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst, ideally located in Kansas City but comfortable working in a remote/hybrid capacity. Reporting to the Director of Accounts Payable, the senior analyst will play a crucial role in ensuring business continuity and driving process improvements within our centralized Accounts Payable department. This position requires a professional who can work efficiently in an ERP environment, build strong relationships with vendors and internal departments, and be a leader on the team with innovative thinking and solid problem-solving skills.

Specific Job Duties:

• Accounts Payable Transactions: Process a variety of accounts payable transactions, focusing on complex situations.

• Subject Matter Expert: Lead functional areas such as invoice processing, payment creation, and vendor setup.

• Issue Resolution: Research and resolve issues causing delays in invoice processing, including PO issues, system problems, and approval delays.

• Team Support: Serve as a backup to other Senior AP Analysts or AP Managers and provide direction and training to team members.

• Metrics and Reporting: Use SAP data to create metrics, analyze reports, and identify areas for improvement.

• Vendor Relations: Build strong relationships with critical vendors, escalate issues to leadership, and create monthly review metrics.

• AP Aging Review: Proactively review and resolve overpayments, duplicate invoices, and other processing issues.

• Month-End Close: Participate in month-end close activities as needed.

• Mentorship: Mentor and support other team members, displaying initiative and ownership.

• System Upgrades: Participate in system upgrades and testing of modifications.

Position Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of accounts payable or accounting experience.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP software and strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze SAP reports, identify trends, and determine root causes of issues.

• Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving abilities and independent thinking.

• Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to solve problems independently.

• Communication: Professional verbal and written communication skills.

• Team Environment: Ability to foster a cooperative work environment and handle confidential information.

This role is ideal for an energetic, attentive, and process-oriented professional who can prioritize, plan, and execute tasks quickly and accurately. If you are ready to take on a leadership role within our Accounts Payable team, we encourage you to apply.

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