Finance Shared Services Analyst — AR & AP Excellence

IDEX; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

GAST Manufacturing, a unit of IDEX Corporation, is seeking a Shared Services Analyst to coordinate and execute key transactional finance processes in a Shared Services setup. The role may focus on AR or AP while collaborating with Customer Service, Sales, Procurement, Operations and Finance to resolve discrepancies and support month‑end close.

The position emphasizes continuous improvement, cross‑training in both AR and AP workflows, and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and controls.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Effective independent problem solving.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented, shared services environment.
• Demonstrated interest in learning new processes and expanding responsibilities through cross‑training.
• Experience in either Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable, with interest in developing expertise across both disciplines.
• Demonstrated involvement in process improvement, standardization, automation, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting month‑end close and audit activities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle JDE Edwards.
• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or multi‑entity environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform core Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable responsibilities based on assigned area of focus and business needs.
• Coordinate end‑to‑end AR activities, including credit assessment, collections, past‑due account review, cash application, and customer account maintenance.
• Coordinate end‑to‑end AP activities, including invoice processing, invoice discrepancy resolution, payment approvals, and payment execution.
• Ensure transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Serve as a primary contact for customer or vendor inquiries and partner with internal stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintain accurate financial records, supporting documentation, and master data.
• Assist with month‑end close activities, account reconciliations, reporting requirements, and audit support.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, standardize processes, and enhance the stakeholder experience.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, automation projects, and ERP system enhancements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Support cross‑training initiatives and gain proficiency in both AR and AP workflows to provide operational flexibility and backup coverage.
• Monitor performance metrics and contribute ideas that improve service levels, accuracy, and productivity.
• Collaborate with Shared Services team members to ensure workloads are balanced and business objectives are achieved.
• Support Pneumatics platform.
• Minimal travel required.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Excel

ERP systems

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Oracle JDE Edwards

Job description

GAST Manufacturing, a unit of IDEX Corporation, is seeking a Shared Services Analyst to coordinate and execute key transactional finance processes in a Shared Services setup. The role may focus on AR or AP while collaborating with Customer Service, Sales, Procurement, Operations and Finance to resolve discrepancies and support month‑end close.

The position emphasizes continuous improvement, cross‑training in both AR and AP workflows, and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and controls.