Accounts Payable Analyst; HYBRID Job Irving area,Texas USA,Accounting

Position: Accounts Payable Analyst (HYBRID)

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Accounts Payable Specialist Job Description

The Accounts Payable Specialist manages the end-to-end invoice-to-pay process with a strong focus on purchase order (PO) processing and full-cycle accounts payable workflows. This role reviews and processes high-priority invoices, executes vendor payments, and ensures accurate, timely disbursements while maintaining compliance with audit requirements. The specialist collaborates closely with internal partners and vendors, supports month-end close activities, and helps resolve payment issues in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Review and process high-priority invoices with a strong focus on PO-based transactions and 3-way match procedures.
Handle invoice coding exceptions by researching discrepancies and ensuring accurate general ledger coding.
Process vendor payments, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers, in accordance with payment terms and company policies.
Review and reconcile disbursement batches and payment runs to ensure accuracy and completeness before release.
Monitor payment runs and deadlines to ensure vendors are paid on time and to avoid late fees or service disruptions.
Apply a thorough understanding of full-cycle accounts payable workflows, including purchase orders, approvals, and payment terms.
Identify, investigate, and resolve payment issues or escalations from internal stakeholders and vendors.
Collaborate with internal partners and vendors to obtain and validate banking information and other payment-related details.
Support month-end close activities by preparing and reconciling accounts payable data and assisting with related reporting.
Maintain compliance with audit and internal control requirements throughout the invoice-to-pay process.
Respond to vendor inquiries with a customer service mindset, providing clear, timely, and professional communication.
Contribute to continuous improvement of AP processes by sharing feedback, learning new procedures, and adapting to system or process changes.

Essential Skills

Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable and disbursements experience with a solid understanding of invoice-to-pay processes.
Strong background in accounts payable with specific experience in purchase order (PO) processing and 3-way match.
Hands-on experience reviewing and processing vendor invoices and managing disbursement activities.
Proficiency in payment processing, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers.
Experience working in ECC SAP or S/4

HANA is strongly preferred.
Solid understanding of compliance and audit requirements related to accounts payable.
Customer service mindset for handling vendor inquiries and internal stakeholder requests.
Ability to review and reconcile disbursement batches and payment runs with high accuracy.
Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate coding, payment processing, and reconciliation.
Effective communication skills for interacting with internal teams and external vendors.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-solving skills to research and resolve payment issues, coding exceptions, and process discrepancies.
High level of accountability and ability to work independently while meeting performance expectations.
Strong time management and organizational skills to handle a high volume of invoices and payments.
Coachable and open to learning new processes, systems, and workflows.
Dependable and responsive, with consistent follow-through on tasks and commitments.
Ability to adapt to changing processes, systems, and business environments, including M&A activities.
Willingness to learn, ask questions, and seek clarification to ensure accurate work.
Positive team collaboration skills and…