What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Analyst, Accounts Payable position at Trinity Careers?
Trinity Industries is looking for a Senior Analyst, Accounts Payable in our Dallas, TX office. Join a versatile finance role that extends well beyond traditional accounts payable. You'll work in a collaborative environment where accounting professionals contribute to diverse financial operations, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional projects. This position offers broad exposure to financial systems, compliance, and operational accounting while building expertise across multiple areas.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with external vendors to resolve issues and optimize invoice processing (PO and Non-PO invoices, On-Hold reports, discount management)
- Prepare accurate 1099 and 1042 filings using Oracle Cloud Financials and third-party software
- Monitor Oracle Cloud integrations, perform basic root cause analysis, and collaborate with IT on issue resolution
- Create and maintain comprehensive AP process documentation and workflows
- Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization in procure-to-pay workflows
- Drive supplier compliance with Trinity's invoice submission requirements and portal usage
- Partner with Trinity's Oracle Cloud managed service provider on support tickets and system enhancements
- Prepare KPI reports and operational status updates for management review
- Maintain controls for GAAP, SOX, and audit compliance with proper documentation
- Ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures
- Maintain accuracy standards while managing multiple priorities efficiently
- Assist with training new team members and sharing knowledge
- Contribute to small and medium-sized projects while building AP subject matter expertise
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
3 years' experience, preferably in Financial Shared Services and/or Accounting environment
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
Ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple tasks efficiently
Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across all organizational levels
Analytical mindset for process improvement and issue resolution
Comfort with evolving processes and technology implementations
Eagerness to learn new areas of accounting and take on diverse responsibilities
Leadership experience or interest a plus for future growth opportunities
Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) - both written and verbal communication preferred
Accounts Payable experience in a shared service environment preferred