Business Analyst, Financial Management

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

Job summary

University at Buffalo is seeking a Business Analyst, Financial Management to optimize accounts payable processes and ensure timely, compliant vendor payments while supporting standardization and efficiency across campus departments.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with 1–2 years of experience (or equivalent), strong Microsoft Office skills, and familiarity with ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, Workday, Banner or Oracle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1–2 years technical or administrative experience or equivalent combination.
• 3+ years in accounts payable and familiarity with ERP systems is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize accounts payable processes for accuracy and compliance.
• Support data-driven invoice processing and workflow automation.
• Assist in process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Provide support to vendors and campus partners regarding accounts payable.
• Manage accounts payable processing and exception resolution.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Workday

Banner

Oracle

Job description

University at Buffalo is hiring a Business Analyst, Financial Management. The role involves analyzing and optimizing accounts payable operations to ensure timely and compliant vendor payments while supporting process standardization, operational efficiency, and collaboration with university departments.

Highlights

• Analyze and optimize accounts payable processes for accuracy and compliance.
• Support data-driven invoice processing and workflow automation.
• Assist in process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Provide support to vendors and campus partners regarding accounts payable.
• Manage accounts payable processing and exception resolution.
• Proficiency required in Microsoft Office products.
• Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years technical or administrative experience or equivalent combination.
• Preferred experience includes 3+ years in accounts payable and familiarity with ERP systems like PeopleSoft, Workday, Banner, or Oracle.
• Salary range: $52,000 - $55,000 annually.
• Requires passing a background check prior to appointment.