Primary Function:
The primary function of the Account Analyst is to accurately audit supplier invoices in order to make timely payment to the supplier and timely billing to the client. This position may also include work related to reconciling account ageing's with suppliers, coordinating activities with other accounting teams, and ad hoc project work.
Areas of Focus:
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Audit invoices to client policy, supplier contracts, tax authority requirements and supporting documents to ensure accurate client invoicing.
Assess Value Added Tax, Goods and Services tax and other tax requirements when appropriate
Escalate questions and issues as needed for prompt resolution
Communicate to suppliers as needed for corrected paperwork and/or failure to meet invoice requirements
Meet or exceed departmental standards for quality and productivity.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with internal & external customers.
Participate in company staff huddles and meetings as required.
Process payments using appropriate currencies and payment methods (checks/Wires/ACH's)
Collect and review all vendor set-up forms and request vendor set-up as needed.
Process reclass entries and set-up receivables as needed.
Document all information to support decisions made in the appropriate operating/financial system for control purposes.
Manage resolutions for returned, cancelled & pending payments.
Special projects as needed
Dimensions:
Planning, organizing and prioritizing skills
Attention to detail and deadlines
Problem solving/ analytical ability
Ability to work successfully in a team environment
Excellent communication skills
Flexibility and initiative
Relationship building/Interpersonal/Influencing skills
Ability to multi-task.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business is preferred related work experience.
2 year's work experience in Accounts Payable or Accounting/Finance field preferred
Strong mathematical, accounting skills
Strong organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access and Outlook
Strong written & verbal communication skills
Strong judgement & decision making skills
EEO Statement: EOE including disability/veteran
