Advocate Health Care · 2 hours ago
Accounts Payable Analyst
Oak Brook, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$26/hr - $39/hr
3+ years expAdvocate Health Care is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to manage and prioritize daily work related to processing invoices for supplies and services. The role involves resolving discrepancies, collaborating with departments to ensure timely payments, and utilizing accounts payable platforms to audit invoices and mitigate payment delays.
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Responsibilities
Independently manage and prioritize daily work to facilitate processing of invoices to suppliers to procure supplies, services, and capital equipment
Review and resolve discrepancies related to invoices to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Accounts Payable policies, contract agreements, and in alignment with strategic sourcing initiatives
Advances Accounts Payable initiatives assisting with team development, training, onboarding, and implementation of all existing and new technology
Works closely with Accounts Payable Associates and management to identify process improvements opportunities
Responds to, and coordinates with departments related to critical suppliers to ensure invoices are paid efficiently and timely to ensure orders are not interrupted and invoices are paid according to terms
Proactively utilize accounts payable platforms such as ERP, GHX, Remitra, and supplier websites to review and audit invoices and resolve discrepancies and potential credit holds impacting patient care and communicate appropriately with departments and suppliers
Collaborates with Supply Chain and internal customers to investigate/identify procure-to-pay discrepancies to mitigate supply disruption and payment delays
Researches, analyzes and resolves internal and external (supplier) customer inquiries
Performs supplier statement review and analysis and serves as the main point of contact for supplier related questions and issues
Serves as a liaison between Procurement, Supply Chain Operations, Accounts Payable, Master Data Integrity, internal customers, and suppliers to resolve invoice match exceptions
Performs payment analysis and resolves payment discrepancies by partnering with departments, teammates and suppliers as needed
Utilize and manage supplier and department inquiry tickets within online ticketing system
Responsible to analyze supplier electronic data files and format to appropriate ERP system layout to upload and process for payment and/or monthly accruals
Evaluates customer needs and makes independent decisions to resolve customer concerns; acts as a liaison between internal customers and suppliers
Ability to work independently, analyze concerns, and solve problems in a straightforward manner, providing possible solutions using good judgement and subject matter expertise
Understands and contributes to department KPI’s by continuing to develop and expand on capabilities, experience, and knowledge in related Accounts Payable job functions
Accountable for own contributions and task completion
Exhibits and demonstrates the knowledge and ability to answer and direct all customer inquiries, Procure to Pay requirements, and ERP related questions with the added ability to provide training as needed
Responsible for performing a wide variety of job assignments related to job discipline
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred, or 3 years of direct relevant work experience in healthcare accounts payable will be considered in lieu of a degree
3-year minimum experience in related field
3 years minimum required experience working in Accounts Payable, contracting, procurement, or supply chain in a healthcare setting
Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with a variety of professionals
Solid problem-solving ability, must be able to think critically and make independent decisions
Proficient knowledge of purchasing software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Proficient use of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Exceptional communication skills both oral and written, with ability to effectively speak with all levels of staff
Knowledge of Accounts Payable and Procurement processes and procedures, ideally in a healthcare setting
Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret data to drive informed decision-making
Ability to manage a high level of stress and maintain composure, prioritize workloads, multi-task, and deliver superior customer service
Company
Advocate Health Care
Advocate Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system based in Illinois, United States.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$18M2013-10-03Series Unknown· $18M
Leadership Team
Barbara Hancock
Executive Assistant to the President and Chief Operating Officer
David Rich
Clinical Practice Partner
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