Accounts Payable Analyst

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Job Description

The position provides critical support to the entirety of the Procure2Pay process for WarnerMedia Technology Operations. This is an intermediate role that will ensure timely and accurate receipt, validation and processing of technology invoices for the division’s purchases of hardware, software, labor services and telecom services (voice, data, mobility) and the proper processing of those invoices for supplier payment. Included is the communication to both stakeholders and suppliers with regards to payment status and/or need to validate item receipts.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Invoice Receipt (20%)
Monitor and manage invoicing queues to include Ariba, email and supplier portals. Respond to supplier inquiries.
Create, maintain and run invoice aging and open purchase order reports. Work with suppliers on resolving issues

Invoice Validation (20%)
Manage and monitor auditing and payment functions for supplier invoices in a timely and accurate manner
Manage the invoice reconciliation queue to include resolution of exceptions, coding accuracy, misrouted invoices and duplicate invoices
Direct the recovery of credits and management of short-pay and no-pay decisions
Monitor contractual commitments

Invoice Processing (40%)
Ensure the timely and accurate payment of invoices and communicate with suppliers regarding the status
Enter invoices not loaded in Ariba
Communicate with receiving groups regarding the status of receipt of product prior to payment. Communicate with SOW owners to validate proper receipt of services prior to payment.
Properly code and route invoices and PCARD transactions. Process invoices to break down charges where required and allocate accordingly to proper cost centers.
Validate and process credits or checks received for refunds and rebates
Submit and coordinate for resolution tickets for Ariba invoice issues
Provide guidance on tax questions and issues. Coordinate with tax department to ensure proper taxation of orders.

Reporting (10%)
Manage spend reports for ongoing, open purchase orders. Provide guidance to requesters on balances.

Process Improvement (10%)
Work closely with Procurement team on strategies for purchase order generation that allows for more efficient invoice processing
Seek and recommend opportunities for improvement in Procure2Pay business processes

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
3+ years’ experience with payment of technology invoices
3+ years’ experience working with technology procurement organizations
3+ years’ experience working with enterprise-level procurement and/or accounts payable systems

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
Strong business analysis experience and financial acumen
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to keep up with multiple tasks
Ability to work with limited direction
Strong communication skills
Strong customer service and supplier management skills

REQUIRED EDUCATION
Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience (Finance, Business or IT-related major preferred)

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