Accounts Payable Process Improvement Analyst

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for a Accounts Payables Process Improvement Specialist to join our Phoenix, Arizona (AZ) office! This is not a remote position.  This role supports accounts payable and employee expense processes for offices across the country. We welcome both entry-level and experienced candidates. 

Responsibilities

Learn and Understand AP Operations:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of how the AP team operates, with a focus on reviewing expense reports/invoices and ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Understand how transactions are coded and flow through the General Ledger (GL) system.
• Understand how company policies protect the firm from various risks.
• Update process documentation to support transformation.

Leverage Technology to Drive Transformation:

• Learn and utilize Alteryx to analyze expense data and determine its ability to improve manual review processes.
• Develop workflows to address risks and enhance data accuracy.
• Work across AP team, finance teams and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of AP processes with overall financial operations.
• Assist in generating reports and providing insights based on AP data to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Basic understanding of accounting principles and familiarity with GL systems is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Data analysis tools, Alteryx preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office software.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Schedule: 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Monday–Thursday; 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Friday

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

Responsibilities

Learn and Understand AP Operations:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of how the AP team operates, with a focus on reviewing expense reports/invoices and ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Understand how transactions are coded and flow through the General Ledger (GL) system.
- Understand how company policies protect the firm from various risks.
- Update process documentation to support transformation.
Leverage Technology to Drive Transformation:
- Learn and utilize Alteryx to analyze expense data and determine its ability to improve manual review processes.
- Develop workflows to address risks and enhance data accuracy.
- Work across AP team, finance teams and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of AP processes with overall financial operations.
- Assist in generating reports and providing insights based on AP data to support decision-making.