Lead AP Analyst

UHY-US; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm is seeking a Lead AP Analyst to join their team in Detroit. This hybrid position involves managing vendor bill processing, cash forecasting, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates must have 9+ years of relevant experience, knowledge of accounts payable processing, and a degree in a related field. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 9 years related experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of accounts payable processing is essential.
• Strong analytical attitude and ability to resolve accounting problems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality reviews of vendor invoices for compliance.
• Provide AP cash flow data and forecasting by analyzing trends.
• Manage weekly payment runs across multiple business units.

Skills

Vendor bill processing

Accrual experience

Cash forecasting

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business administration, finance, or accounting

High School Diploma

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

UHY client is seeking a Lead AP Analyst to join their team. The candidate will have previous vendor bill processing and accrual experience, cash forecasting experience, and experience researching/resolving rejected invoice issues.

The role is a hybrid position with 3 days in office per week (typically Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). This is a client direct hire position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough quality reviews of vendor invoices to ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies.
• Provide accounts payable (AP) cash flow data and forecasting by analyzing trends and estimating future billing and adjustments.
• Investigate variances between actual disbursements and forecasts or estimates, identifying and resolving anomalies in cash flow and payment schedules.
• Manage weekly payment runs across multiple business units, ensuring timely processing and maximizing available payment discounts.
• Monitor, investigate, and resolve outstanding or uncashed checks and credit balances, ensuring timely reconciliation and clearance.
• Address inquiries from employees, vendors, and clients regarding payment statuses and requests.
• Compile and submit sales and use tax liability data to relevant accounting and tax teams.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) for new system enhancements and AP-related applications.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to the accounts payable team to support professional development and process consistency.
• Collaborate with procurement and vendor management teams to ensure accuracy in purchase orders and invoice matching.
• Develop, document, and maintain internal controls and standard operating procedures for accounts payable functions.
• Support external and internal audits by preparing detailed AP reports and documentation.
• Prepare AP-related analyses, reconciliations, variance reports, KPIs, and other ad-hoc financial reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of accruals and vendor liabilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Minimum of 9 years related experience
• Previous vendor bill processing and accrual experience
• Advanced knowledge of accounts payable processing
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with coursework in business administration, finance, or accounting.
• Experience with NetSuite
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Analytical attitude and ability to resolve accounting problems with multiple variables.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to assist with projects, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines; exhibit a sense of urgency in performing tasks.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, ability to relate and clearly communicate with accounting team and other departments.

Applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis. If you meet the qualifications above, please apply at the UHY career portal.