Accounts Payable Analyst: Data-Driven & Process Optimizer

Insight Global; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to optimize the end-to-end AP process, ensure data accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support timely payments. The role partners with procurement, operations, and treasury to strengthen controls and visibility into AP performance and liabilities.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of AP experience, a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent), and strong Excel and ERP/ SAP proficiency to manage complex vendor data, reconciliation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of Accounts Payable or accounting experience with a strong analytical component.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Strong understanding of invoice lifecycle, three-way match, GRIR, and payment processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret financial data and identify discrepancies or trends.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).
• Effective communication and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Reporting & Data Analysis - Prepare and analyze AP reports, including aging, parked invoices, GRIR, and payment metrics; Identify trends, risks, and process gaps, providing actionable insights to management; Support month-end close activities related to AP balances and reporting
• Reconciliation & Issue Resolution - Perform GRIR and vendor statement reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Reconciliation & Issue Resolution - Investigate blocked and parked invoices through root cause analysis and coordinate resolution with internal teams
• Reconciliation & Issue Resolution - Ensure accurate accruals and liability reporting by identifying missing or outstanding invoices
• Invoice & Process Analysis - Analyze invoice processing workflows to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies
• Invoice & Process Analysis - Monitor the invoice lifecycle (receipt through payment) and identify bottlenecks or delays
• Invoice & Process Analysis - Review and validate invoice coding, approvals, and supporting documentation
• Payment & Treasury Support - Analyze and support weekly payment runs (check, ACH, wire), ensuring proper approvals and accuracy
• Payment & Treasury Support - Review payment proposals for exceptions, duplicate payments, or discrepancies
• Payment & Treasury Support - Partner with treasury to ensure alignment between AP activity and cash flow planning
• Controls & Compliance - Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements
• Controls & Compliance - Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all AP transactions
• Controls & Compliance - Support internal and external audit requests and implement corrective actions where needed

Skills

Analytical skills

ERP experience (SAP)

Invoice lifecycle knowledge

Excel skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Organization & multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to optimize the end-to-end AP process, ensure data accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support timely payments. The role partners with procurement, operations, and treasury to strengthen controls and visibility into AP performance and liabilities.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of AP experience, a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent), and strong Excel and ERP/ SAP proficiency to manage complex vendor data, reconciliation