What are the responsibilities and job description for the AP Accounting Analyst position at Buff City Soap Franchising LLC?
SUMMARY
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Analyst to join our Finance team. In this role, you will manage the
full accounts payable cycle for a high-volume, multi-entity franchise retail organization, ensuring timely and accurate processing of
vendor invoices and employee expense reports.
This role plays a key part in maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring vendors are paid accurately and on time. The ideal
candidate brings 3 years of accounts payable experience, strong systems proficiency, and a continuous improvement mindset. You
are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating cross-functionally, and identifying opportunities to improve
processes and efficiency.
If you’re looking to grow within a dynamic, franchise-based organization and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Invoice Processing: Manage high-volume invoice processing across multiple entities, including accurate coding and entry to
- ensure timely payments
- Vendor Management: Maintain vendor master data, including new vendor setup and ongoing updates to ensure accuracy
- and compliance
- T&E Administration: Review and process employee expense reports (via Concur) for policy compliance; support timely
- reimbursement and proper accounting
- Accruals & Analysis: Prepare expense accruals and support reporting and analysis for month-end close
- Reconciliation: Reconcile accounts payable subledger to the general ledger monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Cross-Functional Support: Partner with vendors and internal teams (e.g., Purchasing, Operations) to resolve issues, improve
- workflows, and drive process efficiencies
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5 years of professional experience in accounts payable, accounting, finance, or a related analytical role
- Experience in a retail or restaurant corporate environment required; franchise organization experience a plus
- Strong analytical approach with a focus on accuracy, problem-solving, and continuous improvement
- Experience supporting or leading process improvement or project-based work within finance, AP, or sourcing environments
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills, initiative, and ability to work independently
- Experience performing in a goal-oriented environment with accountability for deadlines and results
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and data management; experience with AP/accounting systems (e.g., Bill.com, Sage Intacct,
- Concur) preferred