Accounts Payable Process Improvement Analyst

Kimley-Horn • Phoenix, AZ

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is looking for an Accounts Payables Process Improvement Specialist to join our Phoenix, Arizona (AZ) office. This role supports accounts payable and employee expense processes for offices across the country. We welcome both entry-level and experienced candidates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and familiarity with GL systems is a plus.
• Interest in learning Alteryx and other data analysis tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn and Understand AP Operations: Gain a comprehensive understanding of how the AP team operates, with a focus on reviewing expense reports/invoices and ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Understand how transactions are coded and flow through the General Ledger (GL) system.
• Understand how company policies protect the firm from various risks.
• Update process documentation to support transformation.
• Leverage Technology to Drive Transformation: Learn and utilize Alteryx to analyze expense data and determine its ability to improve manual review processes.
• Develop workflows to address risks and enhance data accuracy.
• Work across AP team, finance teams and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of AP processes with overall financial operations.
• Assist in generating reports and providing insights based on AP data to support decision-making.

Benefits

• 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level