Senior Accounts Payable Analyst

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina • Remote Flex - North Carolina, SC

1d • $60,907 - $97,452 • Hybrid

About The Position

If you enjoy improving processes, strengthening controls, and making payment operations run more smoothly, this could be a great fit for you. As a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst, you will play a key role in advancing accounts payable operations through process analysis, audit support, corrective action planning, and cross-functional project work that drives greater efficiency, accuracy, and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required)
• 5+ years of experience in related field
• In lieu of degree, 7+ years of experience in related field

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Workday or similar financial systems)
• Strong knowledge of AP compliance, including 1099 reporting and unclaimed property/escheatment processes
• Experience supporting audits and implementing corrective action plans
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement or automation initiatives
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, dashboards, data analysis)
• Experience working in a high-volume, shared services, or matrixed environment
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with Procurement, Tax, and Finance teams
• Experience mentoring or leading team members in a formal or informal capacity

Responsibilities

• Utilizes analytical skills to perform assigned tasks proactively and independently within deadlines.
• Develop, directs plan, and evaluate accounts payable policies and procedures, and ensure external and internal controls and policies are adhered to.
• Maintains W-9s files, coordinates year-end issuance and ensures compliance with IRS related regulations for Risk Management vendors.
• Train new hires and supports the cross training of team members on department processes and system enhancements and upgrades.
• Provide leadership, coaching, support & problem-solving assistance, and knowledge transfer to others.
• Review and assess if sales and use tax is properly accounted for on purchasing card transactions and 3rd party supplier invoices.
• Prepare QTR account reconciliation and also report to the tax team what needs to be filed with the applicable states.
• Assist with external and internal audits by providing requested information to auditors and working with management to resolve issues and draft resolutions.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls and perform self-testing.
• Initiate projects to improve processes/controls, partner with project teams to ensure resolution of project/post-project issues and participate on cross-functional projects as a procurement representative.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs.
• Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance.
• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• 401k match including an annual company contribution

What This Job Offers

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