Staff Careers

The Accounts Payable Analyst is a key role within UAH’s Finance & Business Services unit, responsible for overseeing complex accounts payable functions. This professional-level position performs advanced accounting and analytical work requiring a deep understanding of financial systems, accounts payable practices, compliance standards, and system transformation processes. The role supports operational excellence and continuous improvement by evaluating, streamlining, and enhancing AP processes and controls, while collaborating across the university to ensure compliance, efficiency, and service delivery.

Duties/Responsibilities
Advanced Accounts Payable Operations
• Analyze, review, and process a high volume of electronic vendor invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UAH, state, and federal policies.
• Identify and evaluate trends, inefficiencies, and potential cost-saving opportunities in the AP process.
• Exercise independent judgment in resolving payment exceptions, recommending alternative payment methods, and implementing best practices.
• Perform professional level accounting and analytical work. Reconcile complex vendor accounts and maintain up-to-date payable records to prevent service interruptions.

Compliance & Reporting
• Ensure vendor payments are properly coded and reported for annual IRS 1099 compliance.
• Maintain compliance with university policies and applicable federal/state regulations.
• Coordinate with audit and compliance teams to ensure system processes meet institution and regulatory compliance.
• Develop, manage, and generate AP-related financial and operational reports for internal stakeholders.
• Manage annual financial audits and prepare relevant documentation for auditors and fiscal leadership.
• Serve as a liaison with OIT to trouble shoot and resolve AP-related issues.
• Perform routine and d-hoc validation of AP data.

Stakeholder Engagement & Training
• Partner with academic and administrative units to reinforce policy compliance and promote best AP practices.
• Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries, researching and resolving payment issues, and offering guidance on policy and ERP usage.
• Coordinate and conduct training sessions for departments on accounts payable policies, tools, and systems

ERP System Planning, Implementation & Support
• Train departmental staff and campus stakeholders on new AP system functions, tools, and processes.
• Documenting new procedures, workflows, and system guides related to ERP adoption.
• Test ERP configurations, troubleshoot system issues, and recommend enhancements for improved efficiency.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred
• 3+ years of verifiable full-time experience in Accounts Payable or a closely related function
• Demonstrated experience with ERP financial systems (e.g., Banner, Workday, Oracle, SAP)
• Strong understanding of general ledger systems and financial controls
• Proven ability to work in high-volume environments with strict deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance
• Knowledge of IRS 1099 regulations and reporting standards
• Previous experience in a higher education or government agency setting
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in diverse, cross-functional teams
• Commitment to continuous improvement and customer service excellence

$43,888-$52,000