at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas in Topeka, Kansas, United States
Job Description
This position is responsible for supporting the company's accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate payment of invoices. This role involves assisting with vendor communication, processing payments, and maintaining accounts payable records while adhering to company policies and regulatory requirements.
* We are seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to join our team. This role is open to candidates with a range of experience levels. The final level (Accounts Payable Analyst I or Accounts Payable Analyst II) will be determined based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
** This position is eligible to work hybrid (9 or more days a month onsite) in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.
Why Join Us?
- Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees.
- Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals.
- Trust: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas
- Stability: 80 years of commitment, compassion and community
What you’ll do
- Process vendor invoices accurately and promptly, ensuring proper authorization and adherence to company policies.
- Respond to customer service inquiries from internal employees regarding payment processes.
- Manage vendor inquiries and resolve payment status issues professionally and efficiently.
- Prepare and process vendor payments via check and electronic transfer.
- Run the supplier settlement processes, reconcile accounts payable transactions, and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Maintain and update accounts payable records and vendor information in the accounting system.
- Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
- Prepare, monitor, and analyze accounts payable aging reports ensuring timely payment of invoices in addition to providing to management with comments for review.
- Support internal and external audits related to accounts payable.
- Stay current with changes in accounting regulations and best practices.