Accounting Operations Analyst(Travel& expenses)

Hybrid role Plano, TX. 4 days a week eventually for now 2 days. 2 rounds of interview. Looking for - Subject matter expertise of the travel & expense process, including foundational audit logic against travel related policies Good understanding of general accounting and internal controls related to accounts payable/receivable. Must be highly analytical. What are the key objectives for this resource (project summary)? Analyst, Accounting Operations (Invoices & Payments) analyzes accounting transactions to ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies. This role will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) and be responsible for supporting Accounts Payable and Receivable functions. Prepares various reports and analyzes performance using key performance indicators. The Analyst, Accounting Operations will assist the team in analyzing and resolving transactional discrepancies and recommend improvements to policies and procedures. This role may also perform ad-hoc processing functions. Analyst must be able to perform, direct, advise and/or lead the following functions: Procure to Pay - Processes Invoice Processing Travel & Expense Processing Exception Handling Query Management Knowledge of Payment Process Vendor/Dealer Statement Reconciliation Issue/Escalation Management - Including root/cause analysis & resolution Desktop Procedure Creation/Maintenance Reporting Audit Support Project & Enhancement Support/Testing Monthly Metrics What specific TFS departments will they interact with? This role partners closely with our external vendors, internal stakeholders and other Toyota companies on system and product implementations as well as continuously manage and enhance accounting processes and systems. Requirements: Must Haves: Bachelor s degree required. 3 to 5 years experience in fast paced, complex billing and payment environments. No looking for much senior candidates. Must be highly analytical Subject matter expertise of the travel & expense process, including foundational audit logic against travel related policies Strong verbal/non-verbal communication skills - working with internal and external stakeholders Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; Accounting ERP systems Strong MS Excel and advanced functionality including VLOOKUP and pivot tables Experienced in controls and risk management over billings & payments processes Good understanding of general accounting and internal controls related to accounts payable/receivable. Preferred/ Nice-to-haves: Working knowledge of SAP and/or Ariba preferred Previous experience as an Analyst/Sr Previous experience on process and system improvement projects" what is the role related and important skills