Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client is actively seeking an AP Analyst

This Accounts Payable Analyst position is part of the Vendor Master Data team in California. The ideal candidate will be responsible for reviewing and processing new vendor or supplier requests, as well as requests to modify existing vendor or supplier accounts. This includes reviewing submitted forms and information for accuracy and inconsistencies, securing approvals, and contacting partners both within and outside the business to confirm account details. A critical aspect of this role is ensuring accuracy and validity of banking details and conducting thorough reviews for fraud prevention.

Key Responsibilities:

• Intake requests for new account setups and modifications to existing accounts through the internal, proprietary Vendor Master Tool.
• Review existing accounts and records to identify duplicate or conflicting requests.
• Review submitted requests for potential conflicts of interest and potential fraudulent activities.
• Communicate directly with vendors/suppliers and internal business contacts electronically and by phone to validate submitted information, request clarifications, and resolve inconsistencies.
• Respond to inquiries from vendors and research and resolve concerns or delays.
• Ensure correct documentation is collected, recorded, and stored properly.
• Process lien and other legal notices pertaining to vendor or supplier accounts.
• Review inactive vendors annually for deactivation.
• Track request submission process to ensure timely processing and approval.
• Analyze blocked vendors to ensure correct purchasing, posting, and payment impediments are in place.
• Identify areas of improvement for vendor automation.
• Validate ACH, Wire, and other electronic banking information, both foreign and domestic, to ensure accuracy and successful payment.
• Compile request audit forms and enter record information accurately into SAP.

Desired Education & Experience:

• Associate's degree minimum preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an accounts payable role in a corporate environment.
• Experience with a major ERP system preferred; experience with SAP highly preferred.
• Prior customer service or analytics experience preferred.

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of the Accounts Payable process.
• Detail-oriented with solid organizational skills.
• Advanced skills with the standard features of various personal computer word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, and other proprietary software).
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and simplify complex data.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the AP process and basic accounting functions (i.e., accruals).
• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments while meeting deadlines and demanding quality execution.

Additional Information:

• Salary Range: $30 - $32 per hour
• Work Hours: 1st Shift

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.