EDI & Data-Driven Accounts Payable Analyst

acehardware; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives

401(k) plan

Health benefits (medical, dental, etc)

Vacation / Paid time off

Company Car

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

EAP

Annual bonuses

Job summary

Ace Hardware Corporation is looking for an Accounts Payable Analyst to support the EDI invoice processing, monitor errors, and drive improvements. This role reports to the EDI Supervisor and collaborates with vendors and business partners to reduce issues and enhance efficiency.

The successful candidate will analyze data, report on KPI metrics, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives within a high-volume AP environment. Strong communication and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong data analysis to identify EDI transaction errors and data discrepancies.
• Critical thinking to determine root causes and sustainable solutions.
• Develop KPI scorecards for invoice processing accuracy and errors.
• Identify opportunities to improve EDI processes and workflows.
• Lead cross functional teams through the EDI error resolution process.
• Provide training and ongoing support to business partners and AP team members.

Responsibilities

• Build and review reports to identify EDI errors and data discrepancies.
• Evaluate EDI exception errors and process gaps to determine root causes.
• Develop KPI scorecards for invoice processing accuracy and EDI rejection rates.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve EDI processes and workflows.
• Lead cross functional teams to drive accuracy and efficiency in error resolution.
• Provide training and continuous support to partners and AP team members.
• Assist manager in overseeing daily AP department operations.

Skills

Data Analysis

Critical Thinking

KPI Reporting

Continuous Improvement

Cross Functional Collaboration

Training

Support

Vendor Relationships

Excel Proficiency

Communication Skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Ace Hardware Corporation is looking for an Accounts Payable Analyst to support the EDI invoice processing, monitor errors, and drive improvements. This role reports to the EDI Supervisor and collaborates with vendors and business partners to reduce issues and enhance efficiency.

The successful candidate will analyze data, report on KPI metrics, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives within a high-volume AP environment. Strong communication and Excel skills are essential.