Accounts Payable and Receivable (APAR) Operational Analyst

Genuine Parts Company

25d

About The Position

The APAR Operational Analyst is responsible for problem solving amongst AP and AR departments. This role ensures AP & AR processes are established properly, measured, and/or corrected. In addition, this position provides a consistently elevated level of service and quality performance for our field, customers, and vendors.

Requirements

2+ years of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable experience
Agile mindset focused on adaptability, continuous learning, and collaboration
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Business process improvement experience
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail
Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused approach
Proven ability to solve problems effectively, even with limited information
Ability to identify root causes and implement controls to improve quality and team efficiency
Consistently meets deadlines and performance expectations
Ability to collaborate effectively with various IT teams
Demonstrates a positive, “can-do” attitude
Strong team player

Nice To Haves

PeopleSoft experience preferred

Responsibilities

Research intercompany errors with GPC HQ Consolidation, AP, and AR
Provide intercompany root causes reporting
Oversee all Escheatment processes including GL account reconciliation, reporting of data, analysis, and work with 3rd party vendor
Update APAR Services Tracker
Conduct AR Securitization Audit
Complete SOX narrative updates yearly
Address Inactive Vendors annually
Facilitate Service Now enhancements & testing
Work with IT to obtain reporting Automation for APAR and departments
Solicit and help to onboard auto feed vendors
Research general ledger postings as requested
Assist with acquisitions and/or subsidiary integrations including project management, data validation, training & needed follow up
Assist with CPP (Central Payment Process) onboarding
Create AP and AR monthly reporting for NAPA Finance
Address business reviews with 3rd party vendors, as needed
Reviews inquiries for proactive correction
Conduct bankruptcy reviews with GPC subsidiaries- APG, MOT, GPC HQ bi-weekly
Complete projects or project management for other AP & AR teams as needed