Accounts Payable Senior Analyst

## Accounts Payable Senior Analyst Apply locations:
Remote time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-137162
** Job Posting:
** Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries:
Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce.

Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.
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* Position Summary:

** The
** Accounts Payable Senior Analyst
** is responsible for supporting reporting, analytics, and process governance across multiple payables teams. This role will focus on developing and maintaining dashboards, analyzing spend data (including corporate card activity), and supporting continuous improvement initiatives through documentation, audits, and reporting insight.

This role plays a critical role in resolving issues, mentoring/training others related to using analytical tools, and driving process improvements across Accounts Payable operations.
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* Location:

** This role is approved for remote work across the United States or in Newport News, VA out of Ferguson's corporate offices on a hybrid schedule.
** Responsibilities:
** Core Reporting/AP Operations
* Develop, maintain, and enhance Accounts Payable reporting and dashboards to support operational visibility and decision-making across multiple AP teams
* Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of data presented in dashboards and recurring reports
* Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights on trends, risks, and opportunities
* Analyzing merchant activity on corporate card programs, assist with communications to card holders/leadership when needed, and provide additional support where needed.
* Assist with Oracle ARCS Transaction Matching, as needed, to help support new projects.

Compliance, Controls & Audit Support
* Adhere to internal controls, audit requirements, and SOX compliance standards.
* Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.
* Identify root causes of errors or non-compliance and recommend corrective actions.

Process Improvement & Systems Expertise
* Serve as a subject-matter expert for AP systems and tools (e.g., ERP, invoice automation, workflow queues).
* Identify process inefficiencies and participate in continuous improvement and automation initiatives.
* Support UAT testing, system enhancements, and implementation of process changes.
* Assist with updating process documentation and job aids, and updates related to internal SharePoint site(s).Coaching & Team Support
* Provide guidance and informal mentoring to AP Analysts and newer team members.
* Assist with onboarding and training activities.
* Act as a go-to resource for policy interpretation and process questions.
* Other duties as assigned by Management.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Partner with Procurement, Finance, Supply Chain, IT, and vendors to resolve issues and improve end-to-end AP processes.
* Communicate professionally and clearly with internal partners and external vendors.
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* Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent AP experience.
* 4–6+ years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably in a high-volume or shared services environment.
* Strong working knowledge of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes including invoice processing, three-way matching, vendor maintenance, and controls.
* Experience working in an ERP system (Oracle, SAP, or similar).
* Experience developing dashboards and…