Senior Analyst, Accounts Payable

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Health benefits

Competitive equity package

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Sr. Accounts Payable Analyst to manage escalated AP, resolve blockers, and optimize processes. The role emphasizes problem-solving, vendor management, and process improvements to ensure accuracy and timeliness in payments.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in AP, a solid understanding of ERP AP modules, and proficiency in data analysis and Excel. U.S. person required due to export-controlled information access; competitive benefits are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable.
• Experience with an ERP (specifically the Accounts Payable module) is mandatory.
• Demonstrate experience with AI technologies within an AP environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and AP best practices.
• Excellent team player and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and problem-solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.

Responsibilities

• Resolve invoice/PO blockers by researching root causes and collaborating with internal partners.
• Continuously improve AP processes and identify automation opportunities.
• Maintain vendor relationships and resolve inquiries and disputes.
• Process payments to vendors accurately and on time.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide daily KPI insights and drive improvements.
• Train AP staff and foster a collaborative, high-performing team.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Excel

AI in AP

Accounting principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

ERP (AP module)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Accounts Payable Analysts to joinour team. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate, timely, and efficient processing ofescalated accounts payable transactions, maintaining strong vendor relationships, andoptimizing our AP processes. The ideal candidate will be a problem solver with a proventrack record in solutioning invoice/PO blockers and driving process improvements.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Solutioning invoice/PO blockers: Ensuring all departmental tasks are executedaccurately and efficiently. This includes resolving highly difficult invoice/PO matchdiscrepancies by researching for root causes, reconciliation, and collaborating with
  varies internal partners.
• Process Improvement and Optimization: Continuously evaluate AP processes toprovide feedback for efficiency and improve accuracy. Identify opportunities forautomation to support best practices.
• Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors,ensuring timely resolution of inquiries and disputes.
• Payment Processing: Ensure timely and accurate payment to vendors.
• Internal Controls and Compliance: Maintain robust internal controls for the APfunction to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with all applicableregulations and policies.
• Reporting and Analysis: Daily overview of stats provided by AP leadership to ensureexcellence in key performance indicators (KPIs). Drive positive results in areas forimprovement.
• Team Player: Assist with training AP staff when needed and fostering a collaborativeand high-performing team environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or arelated field or certification a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable.
• Experience with an ERP (specifically the Accounts Payable module) is mandatory.This includes a deep understanding of its functionalities, configuration, and bestpractices for AP processing.
• Demonstrate experience with AI technologies within an AP environment is a plus.This includes understanding how these technologies are applied for invoice dataextraction, validation, and process automation.
• Skills: Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable bestpractices.
• Excellent team player and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and problem-solving.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritizeand manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuousimprovement.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.

US Salary Range

$86,000—$114,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril’s total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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