AP Analyst

Future State Careers; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial services provider in Little Rock is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable professional. In this pivotal role, you will own the full-cycle AP process, ensuring accurate invoice processing, and lead efforts in resolving vendor issues. Your expertise in Excel and ERP systems will play a crucial role in driving efficiency and clarity in operations. This position offers significant responsibility and growth opportunities for those ready to take charge beyond basic processing tasks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of AP experience.
• Strong technical skills with Excel and ERP systems.
• A reputation for guiding or supporting team members.
• Clear, professional communicator; good at follow-up and follow-through.
• Experience guiding or supporting others in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle AP for a high-volume operation.
• Lead accurate, timely invoice processing.
• Resolve complex issues with vendors and teams.
• Oversee reporting and vendor reconciliations.
• Drive efficiency and clarity in processes.
• Partner closely with leadership and contribute to department-wide initiatives.
• Support and guide team members, keeping operations smooth and well-coordinated.

Skills

Excel

ERP systems

Vendor communication

Process improvement

Tools

Viewpoint

Job description

You've been doing AP long enough to know the drill -enter the invoice, match the PO, chase down a receipt, rinse, repeat. But you also know the difference between checking boxes and actually owning the process.

That's where this role comes in.

We're partnering with a company we know well a team that treats people right, runs a strong operation, and is looking for someone who can take the reins in Accounts Payable. Someone who's not just entering data, but driving the process, setting the pace, and making sure nothing slips through the cracks.

This is a high-impact role with visibility across the business.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Own full-cycle AP for a high-volume, construction-focused operation

Lead efforts to ensure accurate, timely invoice processing and payment schedules

Be the go-to for resolving complex issues with vendors and internal teams

Oversee reporting, vendor reconciliations, and help drive month-end close

Help shape and improve processes to bring more efficiency and clarity

Partner closely with leadership and contribute to department-wide initiatives

Support and guide team members, keeping operations smooth and well-coordinated

What Were Looking For

5+ years of AP experience

• Strong technical skills with Excel and ERP systems (Viewpoint experience is a plus)

A sharp eye for detail, and the confidence to take ownership of complex processes

Clear, professional communicator you're good at following up and following through

Experience guiding or supporting others in a team setting

Why It Matters

This role is perfect for someone who wants to grow, influence how the department runs, and be trusted with serious responsibility. If you're ready for something more than just heads-down processing this is your shot.

Bonus Points For:

Experience leading process improvements or technology transitions

Exposure to multi-entity or job cost accounting environments

A reputation as the person people turn to when things get messy