Financial Analyst

Ampcus Inc; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. is seeking an entry-level Financial Analyst with 1–2 years of Accounts Payable experience to support high-volume invoice processing, payment operations, reconciliations, reporting, and improvements.

The role is based in San Francisco, CA with a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite) and potential additional onsite during training. Initial contract is about eight months, with options for extension based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1–2 years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience preferred for entry-level candidates.
• Experience beyond basic invoice processing, including reconciliations, reporting, or process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of invoices and ensure timely payment processing.
• Obtain required invoice approvals and verify budget availability and compliance.
• Process and code invoices and credit memos accurately.
• Research, investigate, and resolve complex invoice discrepancies, electronic invoice issues, and unpaid invoices.
• Assist with maintaining and managing Accounts Payable documentation.
• Apply knowledge of sales and use tax requirements to assess invoice amounts appropriately.
• Identify transactions subject to 1099 reporting requirements.
• Provide guidance to internal departments regarding procure-to-pay policies and procedures.
• Review and approve payment requests in accordance with applicable policies, ensuring complete and accurate documentation.
• Provide excellent customer service to departmental users and vendors.
• Manage work queues within established Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Prepare and run departmental, operational monitoring, daily operations, and ad hoc reports for analysis.
• Support reconciliations, reporting, and process improvement activities.
• Learn new systems and processes quickly, troubleshoot issues, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle Fusion Cloud

GHX

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title:

Financial Analyst

Location(s):

San Francisco, CA (Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite)

Job Summary

We are seeking an entry-level Financial Analyst with 1–2 years of Accounts Payable (AP) experience to support high-volume invoice processing, payment operations, reconciliations, reporting, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to learn new technologies and adapt to unfamiliar processes quickly.

Candidates with a combination of practical AP experience, technical aptitude, critical thinking, and independent problem-solving skills are encouraged to apply. Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud, GHX, and hospital or university environments is preferred but not mandatory.

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid work arrangement with three days onsite per week and the remaining days working remotely.
• Additional onsite presence may be required during training or system implementation and go-live activities.
• Initial contract duration is estimated at eight months, with the actual duration dependent on business needs.
• Candidates must be able to work onsite three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of invoices and ensure timely payment processing.
• Obtain required invoice approvals and verify budget availability and compliance.
• Process and code invoices and credit memos accurately.
• Research, investigate, and resolve complex invoice discrepancies, electronic invoice issues, and unpaid invoices.
• Assist with maintaining and managing Accounts Payable documentation.
• Apply knowledge of sales and use tax requirements to assess invoice amounts appropriately.
• Identify transactions subject to 1099 reporting requirements.
• Provide guidance to internal departments regarding procure-to-pay policies and procedures.
• Review and approve payment requests in accordance with applicable policies, ensuring complete and accurate documentation.
• Provide excellent customer service to departmental users and vendors.
• Manage work queues within established Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Prepare and run departmental, operational monitoring, daily operations, and ad hoc reports for analysis.
• Support reconciliations, reporting, and process improvement activities.
• Learn new systems and processes quickly, troubleshoot issues, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Approximately 1–2 years of hands‑on Accounts Payable experience preferred for entry‑level candidates.
• Experience beyond basic invoice processing, including reconciliations, reporting, or process improvement.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to understand complex processes, troubleshoot issues, and work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including managing large datasets and preparing reports.
• Experience using an online Accounts Payable system or a large enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and reading comprehension.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and adapt to unfamiliar processes.
• Relevant U.S. work experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a hospital, university, or similar institutional environment.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud or other large ERP systems.
• Experience with GHX.
• Strong technical or analytical aptitude, such as experience with SQL, Power BI, programming, or data analysis.
• Experience with procure-to-pay processes and related policies.
• Stable work history demonstrating reliability and commitment.
• Potential to transition into a full‑time position, depending on business needs.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will combine practical Accounts Payable or accounting experience with strong technology aptitude, clear communication, critical thinking, and a willingness to learn. Candidates should demonstrate examples of learning new technologies, adapting to unfamiliar processes, and independently resolving problems.

A Computer Science degree, SQL, and Power BI experience are not mandatory. Candidates with more extensive experience may also be considered if they demonstrate the required analytical skills, adaptability, and communication abilities.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.