Accounts Payable Analyst - Optimize Payments & Controls

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 end-to-end AP processes, ensure data accuracy, and support timely payments. The role collaborates with procurement, operations, and treasury to resolve issues and provide reliable reporting on AP performance and liabilities.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in accounts payable or related accounting, with strong Excel and SAP experience, and the ability to analyze discrepancies and improve controls in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 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

• 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
• Perform GRIR and vendor statement reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Investigate blocked and parked invoices through root cause analysis and coordinate resolution with internal teams
• Ensure accurate accruals and liability reporting by identifying missing or outstanding invoices
• Analyze invoice processing workflows to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies
• Monitor the invoice lifecycle (receipt through payment) and identify bottlenecks or delays
• Review and validate invoice coding, approvals, and supporting documentation
• Analyze and support weekly payment runs (check, ACH, wire), ensuring proper approvals and accuracy
• Review payment proposals for exceptions, duplicate payments, or discrepancies
• Partner with treasury to ensure alignment between AP activity and cash flow planning
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all AP transactions
• Support internal and external audit requests and implement corrective actions where needed

Skills

Accounts Payable

Analytical skills

Excel

ERP SAP

Communication

Attention to detail

Cross-functional work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to optimize end-to-end AP processes, ensure data accuracy, and support timely payments. The role collaborates with procurement, operations, and treasury to resolve issues and provide reliable reporting on AP performance and liabilities.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in accounts payable or related accounting, with strong Excel and SAP experience, and the ability to analyze discrepancies and improve controls in a high-volume environment.