Sr. Accountant, AP Transformation & Analysis

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

• Perform month-end close activities related to Accounts Payable, including account reconciliations, accrual support, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Conduct detailed research and analysis of AP-related issues, including exception handling, root cause identification, and resolution of vendor and transactional discrepancies.
• Analyze data and transaction trends to support decision-making, identify variances, and provide insights into AP performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes through data analysis, AI & Automation, and workflow enhancements; contribute to the design and implementation of solutions that increase efficiency, reduce manual effort, and improve accuracy. 
• Support and execute AP transformation initiatives, leading specific workstreams as assigned.
• Partner with Accounting Systems & Automations team and IT to support system enhancements, including support for requirements gathering, testing, and implementation of AP-related solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Merchandising, Treasury, IT, and Operations) to resolve process gaps and improve AP workflows. 
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements, including SOX-related processes within Accounts Payable. 
• Support month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, accrual support, and variance analysis related to AP accounts. 
• Document processes and maintain standard operating procedures to support consistency, training, and continuous improvement efforts. 
• Serve as a subject matter resource for AP systems, tools, and processes, supporting ongoing enhancements and operational support.