Payment Analyst

Toyota Deutschland GmbH; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

401(k) plan with match

Paid holidays and PTO

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Toyota’s Accounts Payable team in Plano, Texas is seeking a Payment Analyst with 3+ years of accounting or AP experience. You will ensure accurate vendor payments, support financial operations, and drive improvements across processes.

You’ll work with SAP and Ariba interfaces, analyze data, and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to strengthen cash flow and service. A collaborative, fast-paced environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 3+ years' experience in Accounting, Accounts Payable or related finance roles.
• Experience analyzing large data sets and driving process improvements.
• Strong problem-solving and customer-service mindset.
• Proficient in MS Excel and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements for timely payments to vendors.
• Lead research and respond to inquiries about payment timing and invoice/PO matching.
• Enter invoices to SAP and manage SAP/GN transitions and voids.
• Resolve Ariba to SAP interface errors.
• Collaborate with PO owners and suppliers to fix aged Ariba PO exceptions.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Accounting

Accounts Payable

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

MS Excel

Financial systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

SAP

Ariba

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Overview

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 careerdevelopment opportunities. A few highlights include:

• 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.