Accounts Payable Analyst: SAP & Process Optimization

YETI Coolers, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

YETI is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to support end-to-end AP processes and drive improvements. You will work with Accounting, Planning, and Procurement to maintain accurate vendor records and timely payments, while leveraging SAP reporting to identify trends and opportunities.

The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure policy compliance and efficient close processes. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in AP, strong Excel and analytical skills, and a proactive mindset toward

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant accounts payable or accounting experience.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work independently with general direction and manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned vendor accounts, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, approvals, payment execution, and vendor communications in compliance with company policies and service level expectations.
• Perform and review SAP reporting (e.g., GRIR, MRBR) to identify trends, exceptions, and process improvement opportunities.
• Investigate and resolve non-routine AP issues, partnering with procurement, receiving, accounting, and IT teams as needed.
• Perform and support cash application activities, ensuring timely and accurate posting of vendor payments while investigating and resolving unapplied or misapplied cash.
• Support administration of the corporate travel and expense process through Concur and the corporate card program, providing end-user support and issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements across accounts payable and expense management processes.
• Support month-end close activities, including accrual analysis, reporting, reconciliations, and other accounting support as needed.
• Assist in training and coaching Accounts Payable Specialists to promote consistency, quality, and professional development.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy and internal controls within the AP function.
• Support compliance activities, including vendor record maintenance (W-9s), 1099 reporting, and audit requests.
• Contribute to special projects, system enhancements, and cross-functional initiatives that support the continued evolution of the procure-to-pay process.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Advanced Excel

Communication

Multi-tasking

Stakeholder management

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

YETI is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to support end-to-end AP processes and drive improvements. You will work with Accounting, Planning, and Procurement to maintain accurate vendor records and timely payments, while leveraging SAP reporting to identify trends and opportunities.

The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure policy compliance and efficient close processes. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in AP, strong Excel and analytical skills, and a proactive mindset toward