Accounts Payable Analyst II (Contract)

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.•Arlington, VA

1d•$30 - $36

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Analyst II supports the accurate and timely execution of accounts payable for Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. and its affiliates. The role processes invoices and employee expense reports, supports month-end close and reconciliations, and assists the Accounts Payable Manager with accounts payable operations and related business matters. The position also contributes to process improvement, system integration, and other accounting and finance projects as assigned. The role requires 5% domestic and international travel and eligibility as a U.S. Person under the ITAR definition.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience of at least 3 years in accounting.
2–3 years of experience in accounts payable.
Ability to solve problems.
Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
Attention to detail and excellent organizational follow-through skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely.
English proficiency.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Eligibility as a U.S. Person under the ITAR definition.
Ability to travel 5% domestically and internationally.
Ability to read computer screens and documents; hear and participate in conversations in person and by phone or teleconference, including hearing safety warnings and alarms; operate office and personal electronic equipment; carry and lift items up to 25 pounds; sit for long periods; occasionally squat or kneel; and stand for long periods.

Nice To Haves

3 or more years of accounts payable, general ledger, or corporate accounting experience, or equivalent.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS.
Working knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Experience with Costpoint, SAP, or an equivalent ERP system.
Experience with Concur.

Responsibilities

Support accounts payable invoice payment processes.
Support physical check payments, including invoice review, voucher creation and selection, issuing a small number of paper checks, and submitting the related positive pay file to the bank.
Support electronic payments, including creating and uploading EFT files for ACH payments and submitting wires for approval.
Analyze discrepant vouchers, identify root causes, and recommend solutions to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Support month-end close and reconciliations, including reconciling the accounts payable subledger to the general ledger, prepaid accounts, and bank reconciliation.
Manage the accounts payable mailbox and resolve inquiries in a timely manner.
Research and resolve accounts payable issues with vendors.
Run and analyze daily reports.
Support employee expense report processing using Concur and provide functional backup to the Concur administrator.
Reconcile the AMEX Business Travel Account and Concur travel expenses monthly.
Assist with ad hoc projects, including process improvement, system integration, and other assigned accounting and finance activities.