Accounts Payable Process Improvement Analyst (Data-Driven)

State University of New York at Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

State University of New York at Buffalo seeks a highly detail-oriented Business Analyst to support financial operations, focusing on optimizing accounts payable workflows through data-driven processing and automation. The role collaborates across departments to ensure compliant, timely vendor payments and process standardization in a modern finance environment.

You will review transactions, resolve exceptions, and apply policies while contributing to continuous improvement and internal controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 1–2 years experience in a related area or equivalent.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication with a customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Data-driven invoice processing and workflow automation.
• Analytical review and compliance.
• Process improvement and automation support.
• Accounts payable processing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

MS Office

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Workday

Banner

Oracle

Automated AP tools

Job description

State University of New York at Buffalo seeks a highly detail-oriented Business Analyst to support financial operations, focusing on optimizing accounts payable workflows through data-driven processing and automation. The role collaborates across departments to ensure compliant, timely vendor payments and process standardization in a modern finance environment.

You will review transactions, resolve exceptions, and apply policies while contributing to continuous improvement and internal controls