Senior Analyst, Global Accounts Payable

CFA Institute•Charlottesville, VA

8d•$72,300 - $80,000

About The Position

The Senior Analyst, Global Accounts Payable supports CFA Institute’s global accounts payable operations and systems, providing accounting and technical expertise across Source to Pay (S2P) systems and processes. Systems and programs include Concur Travel & Expense Reporting, Sovos IRS 1099/1042 reporting, NetSuite, Kyriba corporate credit card programs, and banking systems. The role serves as an AP subject matter expert and may direct others on cross-functional projects supporting operational excellence and business transformation throughout the S2P lifecycle. The position maintains, implements, and integrates AP, Procurement, Treasury Finance, and ERP systems. It manages comprehensive AP functions for assigned global S2P value streams, ensuring internal controls, segregation of duties, policies, and procedures are documented and effective. It oversees payable processes and payment execution, supports accounting close and reporting activities, resolves S2P issues, analyzes data and develops business reports and KPIs, and drives transformation focused on automation, efficiency, financial controls, and stakeholder experience. The role builds relationships across business, Finance, IT, and external partners and maintains an understanding of US and international business practices and regulations.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Expertise in accounts payable systems and processes; international experience is preferred.
Experience with banking, credit card programs, Source to Pay value streams, complex S2P systems and integrations, troubleshooting, communication, and issue resolution.
Deep understanding of finance business processes, accounting concepts and regulations, internal controls, and segregation of duties.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to make sound decisions independently and deliver results under tight time constraints in a changing environment.
Prior experience in a leadership role, with an interest in developing supervisory and/or project management skills.
Demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of stakeholder service and satisfaction.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, strong interpersonal and mature business skills, and ability to build relationships across levels of global internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent written, verbal, listening, and presentation communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to adapt effectively to changing conditions and priorities.

Nice To Haves

International accounts payable experience.
Advanced knowledge of Concur, NetSuite, and Excel.
Demonstrated proficiency in PowerPoint, Outlook, Sovos Tax (1099/1042), Kyriba, and standard office software.

Responsibilities

Serve as an AP subject matter expert for cross-functional S2P and finance projects and systems.
Maintain, implement, and integrate AP, Procurement, Treasury Finance, and ERP systems.
Own or administer Concur Travel and Expense and its general ledger integrations.
Act as a key AP liaison for assigned areas, including societies, credit card programs, and travel refunds.
Manage end-to-end AP functions for assigned global S2P value streams, ensuring controls, segregation of duties, policies, and procedures are documented and functioning as designed.
Oversee and execute payable processes, review the work of others, and schedule and issue accurate, timely payments in accordance with global regulations using systems such as Kyriba, NetSuite, and bank platforms.
Recommend and lead business transformation initiatives focused on automation, efficiency, improved financial controls, and stakeholder experience.
Diagnose and lead resolution of complex Source to Pay issues in collaboration with internal and external resources.
Perform month-end and year-end accounting activities, including balance sheet account reconciliations, journal entries, external audit support, and IRS 1099 and 1042 reporting.
Analyze large data sets and develop and provide business management reports and KPIs.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with business sponsors, Finance, IT partners, and consultants.
Develop and maintain knowledge of US and international business practices, including currencies, basic tax laws, banking, and invoicing regulations.
Use problem-solving and leadership skills to drive project delivery, solutions, and results across stakeholders.