Payment Analyst

TMN Toyota Motor North America Company; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle purchase discount

Lease vehicle program

Health care and wellness plans

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Toyota Motor North America, based in Plano, TX, is seeking a Payment Analyst to join the Accounts Payable team. The role focuses on ensuring accurate payments to vendors and supporting supplier relationships while maintaining efficient financial operations.

Reporting to the Indirect Accounting Manager, you will lead process improvements, resolve payment inquiries, and manage invoices in SAP and Ariba. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in Accounting, Accounts Payable or related finance role.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (formulas, pivot tables, macros) and data analysis.
• Experience with financial systems and customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to support timely and accurate payments to vendors.
• Lead resolution research and respond to inquiries related to payment timing or non-payment issues.
• Upload or enter invoices to SAP, manage Netting transitions, and reissue payments in SAP.
• Research and resolve Ariba to SAP interface errors.
• Collaborate with PO owners and suppliers to resolve aged Ariba PO exceptions in invoicing.

Skills

Accounting

Accounts Payable

Data analysis

MS Excel

SAP

Ariba

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we’re looking for Toyota’s Accounts Payable Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Payment Analyst. The primary responsibility of this role is to be at the intersection of vendor support and financial operations, helping to ensure payment transactions are accurate, suppliers are supported and that our internal processes run smoothly. This is a great opportunity for someone who is eager to build expertise within Toyota while making a real impact on the day-to-day experience of Toyota’s suppliers. Reporting to the Indirect Accounting Manager, the person in this role will support the department's objective by delivering accurate, timely and customer-focused financial services that strengthen relationships, support organization goals and promote collaboration across all areas of the business.

What you’ll be doing

• Work with department leadership to identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to support timely and accurate payments to vendors.
• Lead resolution research and respond to external and internal customer inquiries related to timing of payments or resolving non-payment issues or determine the correct invoice and PO match for accurate payment processing.
• Upload or enter invoices to SAP, clear Global Netting transitions for manufacturing entities, process voids and reissue payments in SAP.
• Research and resolve Ariba to SAP interface errors.
• Work closely with PO owners and suppliers to resolve aged Ariba PO exceptions in vendor invoicing.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Accounting, Accounts Payable or other experience related to finance.
• Prior experience analyzing large data sets and implementing process improvements.
• Ability to identify problems and create action plans for resolutions.
• Prior work experience involving respectful communication and strong customer service skills.
• Prior experience working well in a collaborative environment and independently in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Excel (ie: formulas, macros, pivot tables, etc).
• Prior experience working with financial systems.

Added bonus if you have

• CPA or MBA.
• SAP S4 Hana knowledge or experience.
• Ariba knowledge or experience.
• Automobile industry experience.

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities.

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [e-mail].

At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place.

Career Possibilities

Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together we’re empowered to forge our own paths to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better. If you want to be part of the next‑generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.