Accounts Payable Analyst

$50,000 - $65,000 per year (Dependent on experience)

Vitalant is where donors, talent and innovation meet to save and improve lives. We are the nation’s largest independent, nonprofit blood services provider exclusively focused on providing lifesaving blood and comprehensive transfusion medicine services for about 900 hospitals and their patients across the U.S. We seek team members who want to make a difference in people’s lives while furthering their careers. At Vitalant you can expect competitive compensation, paid time off and other benefits. Take your first step to joining our dedicated team by applying today.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for supporting the accounts payable functions including invoice processing, resolving purchase orders, preparing checks, reconciling, and reporting. Position plays a key role by providing analytical insight, attention to detail, and ensuring payments are aligned with company policies and GAAP. Accounts Payable Analyst should continuously identify process improvement opportunities and drive changes to improve department operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs all assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations. Brings compliance issues to the attention of leadership.

Provides quality customer service to all internal and external customers.

Partners with department leaders to develop processes and procedures. Executes continuous evaluation of current processes and offers recommendations for process improvements.

Manages positive pay, ACH/Wire/Zelle payments, and other payable related banking functions.

Performs testing as needed to support systems updates, integrations, or any software implementation that impacts the accounts payable department. Acts as liaison for all payable related projects including EDI.

Prepares journal entries, including accruals for monthly activity.

Prepares accounts payable related reconciliations and recommends appropriate adjustments to leadership. Prepares annual 1099s and manages process accordingly.

Provides support, performs research, and prepares schedules/documents for internal and external audits.

Prepares and distributes analytical and statistical reports to managements.

Performs ad hoc analysis as directed.

Performs all other duties, at the discretion of management, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge/Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Licenses/Certifications
None

Experience
Five years related experience required.
Healthcare background preferred.
Large ERP AP system experience preferred.
High volume/multi-entity experience preferred.

Skills/Abilities
Ability to work in a collaborative environment and with all levels of staff and leadership.
Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
Strong organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to execute multiple priorities and a variable workload throughout the month.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, efficiency, and accountability. Proficient in Excel and other financial tools and systems.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION AT VITALANT

Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.

VITALANT OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA, FSA and 401k retirement savings plans
• Paid Time Off
• Commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program

COVID-19 POLICY

As an essential operation to the nation’s healthcare infrastructure and a science-based organization, Vitalant believes that being vaccinated helps provide protection and care for our employees, our donors, their families, and the broader community.

Vitalant requires employee’s to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. Individuals applying for this position should be prepared to comply with Vitalant’s Covid-19 vaccination policy unless an approved exemption exists prior to the start of employment. Compliance with Vitalant’s COVID-19 policy will require individuals to complete one of the following:

• Receive the first shot of a two-dose vaccination series to start employment, and the second shot of the series within 8 weeks of the first
• Receive the first and final shot of a single-dose vaccination prior to the start of employment

EEO including disability and veterans