Procurement AP Analyst

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Procurement AP Analyst for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Utility Services clients in Tampa, FL.

Responsibilities:
The Procurement AP Analyst serves as a primary problem solver/facilitator to the entire Procure to Pay process. This role will have a primary focus on resolution of VIM exceptions with a focus on continuous improvement of the procure to pay process. This role will work with the continuous improvement team on PO improvements, vendor communication, vendor data improvements, and with a focus on improving paid on time percentage, ACH percentage, and automation rates. Must have innate curiosity and detective type of mindset.

• Vendor Invoice Management - Purchasing point of contact for resolution of Missing Mandatory information, such as Purchase orders number, Invalid Tax Codes, Vendor Mismatch, Invalid Vendor, Company Code Mismatch, etc.
• PO Closing/Improvements - Review and close POs that have meet closure criteria. Review of vendor specific situations where PO re-writes can reduce exceptions and improve performance.
• Vendor Master Clean-up and Support- work with Vendor Master department to enhance quality of vendor master data to avoid use of incorrect vendors by Procurement or vendor updates due to legal entity changes.
• GEP/Concur System - Learn and perform back up functions in 2 key procurement systems.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Must maintain valid Florida driver's license.
• 2 years' work experience in Accounts Payable Help Desk or Exception Analyst Role.
• Advanced level of MS Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong investigative-research abilities.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to provide timely solutions to internal business customers' requests, supplier issues.
• Champions Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
• Drives Business Excellence for Customers
• Builds Collaborative Relationships
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgment

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in ASCM Supply Chain or AP Specialist Certifications
• SAP Experience, AP Entry Experience, Procurement Buyer Experience

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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