Accounts Payable Analyst

Ledgent; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Arizona is seeking an AP Analyst to manage accounts payable transactions and resolve discrepancies. This role requires at least 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable and advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently. You will assist in vendor management and improve processes within a growing team. Competitive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 5 years of progressive Accounts Payable experience required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel necessary.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounts payable transactions.
• Prepare analysis of vendor accounts.
• Assist with managing vendor relationships.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Business or accounting degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

The AP Analyst will be responsible for performing day to day accounts payable transactions, account reconciliations, researching and resolving account discrepancies. The Analyst will work with the Lead to research and resolve aged account issues. This role will drive the growth and transformation of the AP department to match the evolving needs of the Company. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills. The AP Analyst will report to the AP Manager.

What you'll do:

• Respond to internal and external AP inquiries
• Prepare analysis of vendor accounts
• Assist with managing vendor relationships
• Recommend and complete actions to resolve discrepancies
• Assist with process improvement initiatives
• Review processes to insure proper general ledger account coding
• Assist on monthly reconciliation and closing of accounts payable sub-ledger
• Assist in month‑end and weekly reporting preparation

The qualifications you must have

• At least 5 years progressive Accounts Payable experience
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Self‑motivated, strong work ethic and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills to interact with varying levels of management and staff
• Ability to communicate and collaborate efficiently and effectively with parties both internally and externally
• Ability to embrace hands‑on work in a rapidly changing, fast‑paced growth environment
• Able to effectively manage and prioritize critical deadlines
• Works well under pressure of deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Our preferred qualifications

• Business or accounting degree
• SAP experience
• Experience with AP Automation

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.