Job Description
Insight Global is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to join the finance team at a local university. This role is more analytical in nature and will support invoice processing through Workday’s OCR functionality while playing a key role in internal controls review, audit support, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring prior analyst experience and a strong understanding of AP controls, compliance, and financial accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
• Process high-volume invoices in Workday, leveraging OCR functionality to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform internal controls reviews related to accounts payable processes and invoice approvals.
• Audit invoices and payments to ensure compliance with university policies, accounting standards, and control requirements.
• Review and validate invoice documentation, approvals, and coding.
• Analyze discrepancies related to invoices, payments, and purchase orders; research and resolve issues independently.
• Perform accounts payable and GL reconciliations, identifying and correcting variances.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit inquiries.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including reporting and variance analysis.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, accounting, and finance teams to improve AP processes.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and respond to vendor and internal stakeholder inquiries as needed.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Required Skills & Experience
• 3–5 years of Accounts Payable or Accounting experience, with at least 1+ year in an analyst-level role
• Hands-on experience with Workday, including invoice processing (OCR experience strongly preferred)
• Experience performing reconciliations (AP and/or GL)
• Strong understanding of internal controls and audit procedures
• Experience with at least one payment method: ACH, JP Morgan, or SUA cards
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• AP or Finance certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience supporting internal or external audits
• Higher education or public sector finance experience
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.