Accounts Payable Process Improvement Analyst

Kimley-Horn • Raleigh, NC

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is looking for an Accounts Payables Process Improvement Specialist to join our Raleigh, North Carolina (NC) office! This is not a remote position. 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