Accounts Payable Analyst

YETI•Austin, TX

13d

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Analyst plays a key role in supporting the end-to-end accounts payable function while driving process improvements, resolving non-routine issues, and providing insights through data analysis. This role reports to the Accounts Payable Manager and partners closely with the Accounting, Planning and Procurement, and other cross-functional stakeholders to maintain strong relationships with our suppliers and to ensure vendor records are accurate and complete.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
2+ years of relevant accounts payable or accounting experience
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve non-routine issues
Advanced Excel skills and ability to analyze and interpret data
Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality
Ability to work independently with general direction and manage multiple priorities
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on eliminating waste and driving efficiency

Responsibilities

Manage assigned vendor accounts, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, issue resolution, approvals, payment execution, and vendor communications in compliance with company policies and service level expectations
Perform and review SAP reporting (e.g., GRIR, MRBR) to identify trends, exceptions, and process improvement opportunities
Investigate and resolve non-routine AP issues, partnering with procurement, receiving, accounting, and IT teams as needed
Perform and support cash application activities, ensuring timely and accurate posting of vendor payments while investigating and resolving unapplied or misapplied cash
Support administration of the corporate travel and expense process through Concur and the corporate card program, providing end-user support and issue resolution
Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements across accounts payable and expense management processes
Support month-end close activities, including accrual analysis, reporting, reconciliations, and other accounting support as needed
Assist in training and coaching Accounts Payable Specialists to promote consistency, quality, and professional development
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls within the AP function
Support compliance activities, including vendor record maintenance (W-9s), 1099 reporting, and audit requests.
Contribute to special projects, system enhancements, and cross-functional initiatives that support the continued evolution of the procure-to-pay process.