Shared Services Accounting Analyst

IDEX; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

GAST Manufacturing, a unit of IDEX Corporation, is seeking a Shared Services Analyst to coordinate and execute key transactional finance processes in a Shared Services setup. The role may focus on AR or AP while collaborating with Customer Service, Sales, Procurement, Operations and Finance to resolve discrepancies and support month‑end close.

The position emphasizes continuous improvement, cross‑training in both AR and AP workflows, and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and controls.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Effective independent problem solving.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented, shared services environment.
• Demonstrated interest in learning new processes and expanding responsibilities through cross‑training.
• Experience in either Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable, with interest in developing expertise across both disciplines.
• Demonstrated involvement in process improvement, standardization, automation, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting month‑end close and audit activities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle JDE Edwards.
• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or multi‑entity environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform core Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable responsibilities based on assigned area of focus and business needs.
• Coordinate end‑to‑end AR activities, including credit assessment, collections, past‑due account review, cash application, and customer account maintenance.
• Coordinate end‑to‑end AP activities, including invoice processing, invoice discrepancy resolution, payment approvals, and payment execution.
• Ensure transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Serve as a primary contact for customer or vendor inquiries and partner with internal stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintain accurate financial records, supporting documentation, and master data.
• Assist with month‑end close activities, account reconciliations, reporting requirements, and audit support.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, standardize processes, and enhance the stakeholder experience.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, automation projects, and ERP system enhancements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Support cross‑training initiatives and gain proficiency in both AR and AP workflows to provide operational flexibility and backup coverage.
• Monitor performance metrics and contribute ideas that improve service levels, accuracy, and productivity.
• Collaborate with Shared Services team members to ensure workloads are balanced and business objectives are achieved.
• Support Pneumatics platform.
• Minimal travel required.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Excel

ERP systems

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Oracle JDE Edwards

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

Who is GAST Manufacturing?

As a business unit of IDEX Corporation, GAST Manufacturing has a long history of being the leader in design and manufacturing of quality air‑moving products. We specialize in offering cost effective solutions for a wide variety of industries including industrial manufacturing, healthcare, and environmental cleanup applications. We are looking to add more talent to our team.

SCOPE OF ROLE

The Shared Services Analyst is responsible for coordinating and executing key transactional finance processes within the Shared Services organization. Depending on business needs, team openings, and individual experience, the role may be primarily focused in either Accounts Receivable (AR) or Accounts Payable (AP) while supporting collaboration across both functional areas. The Shared Services Analyst supports multiple manufacturing sites and partners closely with Customer Service, Sales, Procurement, Operations, and Finance to resolve discrepancies, support month‑end close activities, and deliver a high level of service to internal and external stakeholders. Another key aspect of this role is a commitment to continuous improvement through process optimization, standardization, and automation initiatives. The analyst is expected to develop cross‑functional knowledge and participate in cross‑training opportunities to build capabilities across both AR and AP processes, enhancing team flexibility, and operational effectiveness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform core Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable responsibilities based on assigned area of focus and business needs.
• Coordinate end‑to‑end AR activities, including credit assessment, collections, past‑due account review, cash application, and customer account maintenance.
• Coordinate end‑to‑end AP activities, including invoice processing, invoice discrepancy resolution, payment approvals, and payment execution.
• Ensure transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Serve as a primary contact for customer or vendor inquiries and partner with internal stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintain accurate financial records, supporting documentation, and master data.
• Assist with month‑end close activities, account reconciliations, reporting requirements, and audit support.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, standardize processes, and enhance the stakeholder experience.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, automation projects, and ERP system enhancements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Support cross‑training initiatives and gain proficiency in both AR and AP workflows to provide operational flexibility and backup coverage.
• Monitor performance metrics and contribute ideas that improve service levels, accuracy, and productivity.
• Collaborate with Shared Services team members to ensure workloads are balanced and business objectives are achieved.
• Support Pneumatics platform.
• Minimal travel required.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS OR EQUIVALENCIES

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Effective independent problem solving
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented, shared services environment.
• Demonstrated interest in learning new processes and expanding responsibilities through cross‑training.
• Experience in either Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable, with interest in developing expertise across both disciplines.
• Demonstrated involvement in process improvement, standardization, automation, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting month‑end close and audit activities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle JDE Edwards.
• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or multi‑entity environment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standard office setting and equipment usage.
• Lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit at a computer up to 5 hours per day.
• Repetitive tasks.

GAST Manufacturing, a Unit of IDEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented.

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