Accounts Payable Analyst

The Accounts Payable Analyst provides very high-level professional support using an application of procedures requiring use of business Account Payable and Accounting principles theories concepts and techniques. This is an independent, problem-solving, and analytical position which requires critical and creative thinking to develop, execute, and resolve invoice payment issues and processes. The AP Analyst coordinates actions to resolve supplier payment issues, 1099 issues, and related vendor master issues directly with suppliers Accounts Payable employees, Procurement Category Managers, Buyers, IT management including senior management. The AP Analyst ensures payment issues are resolved without jeopardizing vendor relationships. This individual has direct independent and autonomous responsibility to identify and develop long-term strategies to improve invoice processing in Accounts Payable. The AP Analyst directly supports Accounts Payable Managers in day-to-day operations. Due to the amount of time it takes to perform each of the Key Duties / Responsibilities listed below, this position may perform all or some combination of each of the Key Duties / Responsibilities dependent upon the business requirements.This is a hybrid position, so we are looking for candidates who are comfortable and available to come in to our office at 15955 La Cantera Pkwy San Antonio, TX 78256 at least 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). Mondays and Fridays are work from home.KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESManage Out of Process Invoice identification and resolution. Engage Buyers Accounts Payable employees and management suppliers including internal and external senior management to identify develop execute and resolve invoice process issues. Ensure timely processing of vendor invoices for Blocked Exception and GRIR issues for all suppliers while developing long-range strategies to eliminate Out of Process Invoice issues.Adjusts actions and decisions to focus on strategic opportunities for success to maximize financial profit and minimize waste. Position requires independent decisions and direction in an intense demanding environment and may require obtaining access to decision-maker in any of Harland Clarke and supplier s organizations. Fast production of results is significant and critical to delivering a positive impact on Company profit and to limiting or reducing the company's waste.Manage payment processing for multiple Vericast companies utilizing various payment methods. Review payment proposal exceptions and identify issues that prevent processing. Ensure Vendor Master properly identifies 1099 vendors. Prepare Month End Reporting; Provide support to update and maintain Accounts Payable Monthly Close Database.