AP Systems Analyst

At Houston Methodist, the Accounts Payable (AP) Systems Analyst position is responsible for the daily administration of the systems utilized in AP to ensure compliance with current and future business needs and internal/external controls. Evaluates and implements new technology enhancements, business process improvements, computer system testing and system procedures development and documentation. Meets AP governmental compliance reporting requirements. Works independently on project-oriented tasks that support department operations related to systems and database maintenance and reporting.

Exempt

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, information technology or related field; an additional four years experience in addition to the minimum experience required below required in lieu of degree

• Three years experience in accounts payable and business analysis

Preferred

• Accounts Payable Specialist (APS) or
• Accounts Payable Manager (APM)

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Understanding of financial interrelationships
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Demonstrated customer service and team work skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Expert knowledge of full cycle accounts payable and supplier maintenance
• Strong, current knowledge of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) 1099 reporting and unclaimed property requirements

• Liaise with information technology (IT) and business stakeholders to support and maintain AP systems as appropriate.
• Works in cross functional teams, suppliers and external customers in the achievement of department goals and objectives.
• Contributes to teamwork by consistently offering assistance and responding in a positive, timely manner to requests for assistance.

• Documents AP applications business flow and integration with other systems. This includes creating process maps, creating user/reference guides, etc. Keeps documentation up to date.
• Conducts review of existing systems and processes as needed in response to formal audits or financial system design and testing.
• Documents business requirements, writes system specifications, tests plans, and posts implementation support documentation.

• Collaborates with IT and other stakeholders to troubleshoot system incidents and rapidly resolve. Performs root cause analysts of AP system related issues and makes recommendations for resolution.
• Coordinates and performs testing of all system changes and enhancements prior to productions and during upgrades. Establishes routine processes for ensuring data integrity.
• Meets compliance reporting requirements (i.e. IRS and State of Texas reporting).
• Keeps management informed on work status and issues.

• Performs information retrieval for external and internal audits and other data requests including validation of data.
• Utilizes resources effectively and efficiently, demonstrating responsible financial stewardship. Manages own time effectively and prioritizes work to achieve maximum results in a timely manner.
• Performs timely, accurate and complete assigned general ledger account reconciliations.

• Provides ongoing education and training to AP department staff and relevant stakeholders regarding system changes, upgrades,…