Senior Accounts Payable Analyst

Job Description

If you enjoy improving processes, strengthening controls, and making payment operations run more smoothly, this could be a great fit for you. As a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst, you will play a key role in advancing accounts payable operations through process analysis, audit support, corrective action planning, and cross-functional project work that drives greater efficiency, accuracy, and accountability.

What Youll Do

Utilizes analytical skills to perform assigned tasks proactively and independently within deadlines.

Develop, directs plan, and evaluate accounts payable policies and procedures, and ensure external and internal controls and policies are adhered to.

Maintains W-9s files, coordinates year-end issuance and ensures compliance with IRS related regulations for Risk Management vendors.

Train new hires and supports the cross training of team members on department processes and system enhancements and upgrades.

Provide leadership, coaching, support & problem-solving assistance, and knowledge transfer to others.

Review and assess if sales and use tax is properly accounted for on purchasing card transactions and 3rd party supplier invoices.

Prepare QTR account reconciliation and also report to the tax team what needs to be filed with the applicable states.

Assist with external and internal audits by providing requested information to auditors and working with management to resolve issues and draft resolutions.

Maintain and enhance internal controls and perform self-testing.

Initiate projects to improve processes/controls, partner with project teams to ensure resolution of project/post-project issues and participate on cross-functional projects as a procurement representative.

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required)

5+ years of experience in related field

In lieu of degree, 7+ years of experience in related field

Bonus Points

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Workday or similar financial systems)

Strong knowledge of AP compliance, including 1099 reporting and unclaimed property/escheatment processes

Experience supporting audits and implementing corrective action plans

Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement or automation initiatives

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, dashboards, data analysis)

Experience working in a high-volume, shared services, or matrixed environment

Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with Procurement, Tax, and Finance teams

Experience mentoring or leading team members in a formal or informal capacity

What Youll Get

The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team thats deeply invested in the community.

Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs.

Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance.

Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education.

401k match including an annual company contribution

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Salary Range

At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.

*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.

$60,907.00 - $97,452.00

Skills

Accounting, Account Reconciliations, Accounts Payable Process, Accounts Receivable (AR), Financial Auditing, Financial Management, Financial Reporting and Analysis, General Ledger (GL), Internal Auditing, Internal Control Implementation, Invoices, Preparation of Financial Reports, State Income Tax Compliance, Taxes, Tax Filings, Tax Preparation, Tax Regulations_____________________________________________________________________

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