Accounts Payable Analyst
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👩‍💻 The Role
Location: All of Oyster’s positions are fully remote and you can work from home. Forever. While this position is posted with global flexibility, applicants must be within +3 / -3 UTC to collaborate effectively. You'll work 100% remotely, from home.
As an Accounts Payable Analyst at Oyster, you will oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process for our external payroll vendors' invoices. Your responsibilities will include ensuring accurate and timely invoice recording in NetSuite, resolving discrepancies, managing follow-ups and vendor account reconciliations, and creating a streamlined AP workflow. You will work closely with our Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), responsible for invoice processing, collaborate with vendors, and engage with internal stakeholders to sustain and enhance our financial operations.
This isn't just a typical accounts payable role – it's an opportunity to dive into a complex, fast-moving financial environment. We're seeking a professional who thrives in high-growth contexts and can bring innovative thinking to our processes. You'll report directly to our Accounts Payable manager and have the exciting opportunity to:
Contribute to process improvements.
Introduce automation initiatives.
Participate in cross-functional projects.
Shape the future of our financial operations.
This position is perfect for someone who sees beyond daily tasks and wants to make a real impact on how we manage our financial processes globally.
Key Responsibilities
Investigate and resolve Accounts Payable (AP) discrepancies, including addressing vendor queries and ensuring timely and accurate financial reconciliation.
Support the Business Process Outsourcer (BPO) to process invoices accurately, fully, and timely in NetSuite whilst ensuring adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
Manage and organize AP Mailbox, AP communication channels, ensuring efficient handling, comprehensive documentation, and proper tracking of all financial communications.
Execute invoice processing and approval in NetSuite as required.
Perform systematic and regular reconciliations of AP accounts within NetSuite, identifying and investigating financial discrepancies with precision and thoroughness.
Collaborate with Treasury and accounting teams to facilitate timely and accurate payment processing.
Complete all month-end AP closing activities in compliance with established financial reporting standards and company protocols.
Maintain and update vendor master data in NetSuite, ensuring ongoing accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
Participate in and contribute to internal and cross-functional projects aimed at improving and automating AP processes, demonstrating initiative in process optimization.
Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive AP documentation and training materials that support organizational knowledge management and operational efficiency.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders, promoting effective communication, collaborative problem-solving, and timely issue resolution.
Core Requirements
Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in an Accounts Payable accountant role, with direct responsibility for financial processing and reconciliation.
Formal accounting education or related qualification preferred, with demonstrated professional competency in financial management principles.
Proven experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, with a strong focus on AP-related transactions and activities, with preference for Netsuite, and comprehensive expertise in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced functionality in Google Sheets and Excel.
Documented track record of delivering high-quality results in high-growth, high-volume, and globally distributed Accounts Payable environments.
Exceptional communication skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in written formats.
Substantive experience in technological innovation within Accounts Payable processes, with a demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements.
Demonstrated capability in maintaining detail-oriented and highly structured working methodologies, with a systematic approach to financial management.
Proven capacity to be self-motivated, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and taking independent initiative.
Prior payroll processing experience is considered advantageous and will be viewed favorably during the selection process.
You'll also need
A reliable home internet connection (or be able to get one).
Fluent English language skills.
About the job
Accounts Payable Analyst
To see similar active jobs please follow this link: Remote Finance jobs
👩‍💻 The Role
Location: All of Oyster’s positions are fully remote and you can work from home. Forever. While this position is posted with global flexibility, applicants must be within +3 / -3 UTC to collaborate effectively. You'll work 100% remotely, from home.
As an Accounts Payable Analyst at Oyster, you will oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process for our external payroll vendors' invoices. Your responsibilities will include ensuring accurate and timely invoice recording in NetSuite, resolving discrepancies, managing follow-ups and vendor account reconciliations, and creating a streamlined AP workflow. You will work closely with our Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), responsible for invoice processing, collaborate with vendors, and engage with internal stakeholders to sustain and enhance our financial operations.
This isn't just a typical accounts payable role – it's an opportunity to dive into a complex, fast-moving financial environment. We're seeking a professional who thrives in high-growth contexts and can bring innovative thinking to our processes. You'll report directly to our Accounts Payable manager and have the exciting opportunity to:
Contribute to process improvements.
Introduce automation initiatives.
Participate in cross-functional projects.
Shape the future of our financial operations.
This position is perfect for someone who sees beyond daily tasks and wants to make a real impact on how we manage our financial processes globally.
Key Responsibilities
Investigate and resolve Accounts Payable (AP) discrepancies, including addressing vendor queries and ensuring timely and accurate financial reconciliation.
Support the Business Process Outsourcer (BPO) to process invoices accurately, fully, and timely in NetSuite whilst ensuring adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
Manage and organize AP Mailbox, AP communication channels, ensuring efficient handling, comprehensive documentation, and proper tracking of all financial communications.
Execute invoice processing and approval in NetSuite as required.
Perform systematic and regular reconciliations of AP accounts within NetSuite, identifying and investigating financial discrepancies with precision and thoroughness.
Collaborate with Treasury and accounting teams to facilitate timely and accurate payment processing.
Complete all month-end AP closing activities in compliance with established financial reporting standards and company protocols.
Maintain and update vendor master data in NetSuite, ensuring ongoing accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
Participate in and contribute to internal and cross-functional projects aimed at improving and automating AP processes, demonstrating initiative in process optimization.
Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive AP documentation and training materials that support organizational knowledge management and operational efficiency.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders, promoting effective communication, collaborative problem-solving, and timely issue resolution.
Core Requirements
Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in an Accounts Payable accountant role, with direct responsibility for financial processing and reconciliation.
Formal accounting education or related qualification preferred, with demonstrated professional competency in financial management principles.
Proven experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, with a strong focus on AP-related transactions and activities, with preference for Netsuite, and comprehensive expertise in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced functionality in Google Sheets and Excel.
Documented track record of delivering high-quality results in high-growth, high-volume, and globally distributed Accounts Payable environments.
Exceptional communication skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in written formats.
Substantive experience in technological innovation within Accounts Payable processes, with a demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements.
Demonstrated capability in maintaining detail-oriented and highly structured working methodologies, with a systematic approach to financial management.
Proven capacity to be self-motivated, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and taking independent initiative.
Prior payroll processing experience is considered advantageous and will be viewed favorably during the selection process.
You'll also need
A reliable home internet connection (or be able to get one).
Fluent English language skills.