Senior Vendor Receivables Analyst

Gordon Food Service • Michigan, MI

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Vendor Receivables Analyst tracks and reports vendor income through meticulous analysis, reconciliation, and collaborative problem-solving. Serves as a key driver of the vendor income reconciliation process, providing critical analytical support to Finance Leadership, Marketing, and Procurement teams. Drives process improvement, contributes to strategic projects, and ensures the accuracy of our financial records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered) required PLUS 2 or more years of full-time related work experience post high school.
• Proficiency in ERP (SAP preferred), advanced Excel (pivots, VLOOKUPs), SQL, and data visualization (Power BI/Tableau).
• Foundational accounting knowledge, payment reconciliation, and high attention to detail with vendor transactions.
• Strong analytical skills to resolve complex issues, identify trends, and drive continuous process improvements.
• Proven ability to mentor team members, collaborate across departments, and manage vendor relationships with a customer-first mindset.
• Exceptional prioritization, multitasking, and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the reconciliation of vendor payment records, ensuring that discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
• Drive process improvements by identifying inefficiencies, recommending changes, and implementing solutions to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the vendor receivables function.
• Handle high-level vendor disputes by analyzing transaction records, collaborating with internal teams, and providing timely resolutions.
• Ensure accurate and thorough reconciliation of vendor accounts, including performing general ledger account reconciliations and variance analyses.
• Support reporting efforts related to vendor receivables, analyzing data for trends, and providing insights that inform decision-making and process improvements.
• Work closely with procurement, accounting, and other internal teams to ensure smooth operations and effective resolution of vendor-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and financial controls in all activities related to vendor receivables, maintaining accurate records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist the Vendor Receivables Supervisor with departmental initiatives, process changes, and reporting, contributing to the overall success of the team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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