Emory University
Emory University
Emory University is a research university in Atlanta, Georgia, with academic and professional programs spanning the arts, sciences, business, law, and medicine. Its work connects education with healthcare and scientific research, combining teaching, knowledge creation, and community service across a broad university environment.

Onsite Accounts Payable Analyst at Emory University

Process complex invoices, reconciliations, payments, and exceptions for Emory University campus services. Support AP controls, reporting, month-end close, and process improvements.

Description

  • Manage invoice processing and resolve exceptions across purchase order and non-purchase-order transactions
  • Serve as the escalation contact for problem invoices and expense-related exceptions
  • Complete supplier setup and maintenance requests while validating documentation and sensitive changes
  • Review and post complex invoices and resolve related exceptions and escalations
  • Oversee daily invoice intake and processing, ensuring accurate coding, documentation, and timely posting
  • Lead resolution of purchase order, receiving, and price variance exceptions
  • Collaborate with buyers, sourcing managers, departments, and suppliers to resolve issues and address root causes
  • Investigate escalated invoice and payment issues and communicate status, findings, and next steps
  • Complete accounts payable reconciliations and respond to audit requests
  • Prepare and review month-end close deliverables
  • Process payments and coordinate related activities with Treasury
  • Create and maintain AP reports and dashboards, sharing insights and recommendations
  • Maintain AP procedures and recommend control enhancements and automation opportunities
  • Coach and provide informal training to entry-level staff
  • Conduct quality checks and share established best practices
  • Handle other related responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two years of college coursework plus four years of accounts payable or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Experience resolving exceptions and supporting financial close activities
  • Working knowledge of AP controls, segregation of duties, and audit readiness
  • Intermediate Excel proficiency, including pivot tables and lookups; experience with Power tools is a plus
  • Comfort using ERP reporting tools
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to collaborate across functions and manage competing priorities; duties must be performed in person at an Emory University location
  • Comfort using ERP reporting tools

Benefits

  • Emory University is an equal opportunity employer
  • Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities
  • Access to Emory University programs and facilities without discrimination

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