Ops Accounting Analyst

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Job Overview

Job Summary:

The Lead Invoice Processing Specialist plays a critical role in overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end third-party invoice processing lifecycle. As a subject matter expert, this role requires deep technical proficiency in Oracle-based invoice processing systems, ensuring compliance with internal expense policies, managing a complex portfolio of invoices, and leading process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in vendor payments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily invoice processing and validation activities within the Oracle system, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Develop and implement standardized invoice processing procedures, ensuring adherence to internal expense policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform advanced quality control checks, leveraging data analysis techniques to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for process optimization. Maintain and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to invoice processing efficiency and accuracy.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of complex invoices, resolving discrepancies and escalating issues as needed for approvals or additional documentation. Provide expert guidance to colleagues on complex invoice processing scenarios.
• Serve as a technical expert for the Oracle invoice processing system, providing training, support, and troubleshooting assistance to team members. Lead the testing and implementation of system enhancements, automation initiatives, and process improvements.
• Design and implement robust control processes to mitigate financial and operational risks within the invoice processing function.
• Contribute to business continuity planning and disaster recovery strategies, ensuring the resilience of invoice processing operations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, business units, and IT, to streamline invoice processing workflows and resolve complex issues.
• Oversee and optimize daily, weekly, and monthly vendor payment activities, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in invoice processing, accounts payable, or a related field, with demonstrated expertise in Oracle-based systems.
  • Experience leading process improvement initiatives and providing technical guidance to team members.
  • Experience working in cross-cultural global teams is a plus.
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Expert-level proficiency in Oracle invoice processing systems and related technologies.
  • Deep understanding of accounting principles and internal expense policies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and develop effective solutions.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies and business processes.
  • Strong sense of urgency, ownership, and results-oriented approach.
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor team members.

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Services

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Job Family:

Accounting Operations

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Time Type:

Full time

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