Ap Systems Analyst - Houston, United States - Houston Methodist

Houston Methodist

Verified Company

Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

At Houston Methodist, the Accounts Payable (AP) Systems Analyst position is responsible for the daily administration of the systems utilized in AP to ensure compliance with current and future business needs and internal/external controls.

Evaluates and implements new technology enhancements, business process improvements, computer system testing and system procedures development and documentation. Meets AP governmental compliance reporting requirements. Works independently on project-oriented tasks that support department operations related to systems and database maintenance and reporting.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Liaise with information technology (IT) and business stakeholders to support and maintain AP systems as appropriate.
Works in cross functional teams, suppliers and external customers in the achievement of department goals and objectives.
Contributes to teamwork by consistently offering assistance and responding in a positive, timely manner to requests for assistance.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Conducts review of existing systems and processes as needed in response to formal audits or financial system design and testing.
Documents business requirements, writes system specifications, tests plans, and posts implementation support documentation.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collaborates with IT and other stakeholders to troubleshoot system incidents and rapidly resolve. Performs root cause analysts of AP system related issues and makes recommendations for resolution.
Coordinates and performs testing of all system changes and enhancements prior to productions and during upgrades. Establishes routine processes for ensuring data integrity.
Meets compliance reporting requirements (i.e. IRS and State of Texas reporting).
Keeps management informed on work status and issues.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs information retrieval for external and internal audits and other data requests including validation of data.
Utilizes resources effectively and efficiently, demonstrating responsible financial stewardship. Manages own time effectively and prioritizes work to achieve maximum results in a timely manner.
Performs timely, accurate and complete assigned general ledger account reconciliations.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides ongoing education and training to AP department staff and relevant stakeholders regarding system changes, upgrades, enhancements and implementations. Develops training materials and train end users on AP systems to increase selfsufficiency and confidence.
Seeks opportunities to identify selfdevelopment needs and takes appropriate actions. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and update the My Development Plan (MDP) on an ongoing basis.
Partners with AP management to ensure system functionality is leveraged to its fullest capacity: automation, data integrity, and process enablement through system features and deployment of new modules and capabilities. Stays up to date on industry trends and shares with department management and team.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned.

Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, information technology or related field; an additional four years experience in addition to the minimum experience required below required in lieu of degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

Three years experience in accounts payable and business analysis

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

Accounts Payable Specialist (APS)
OR
Accounts Payable Manager (APM)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Understanding of financial interrelationships
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Demonstrated customer service and team work skills
Ability to work independently and effectively in a rapidly changing environment
Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Strong knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Expert knowledge of full cycle accounts payable and supplier maintenance
Strong, current knowledge of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) 1099 reporting and unclaimed property requirements

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE
Uniform No