Analyst, Accounts Payable
DSV
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Job area: Controlling/Reporting
DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com
Location: USA - Iselin, Wood Ave
- Division: Air & Sea
- Job Posting Title: Analyst, Accounts Payable
- Time Type: Full Time
The Accounts Payable Analyst is a key contributor to the North America Shared Services Accounts Payable team, responsible for analyzing AP activity, resolving complex invoice and payment issues, and supporting accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement of AP processes.
This position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently research issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions. The AP Analyst works closely with vendors, operations, finance, and other internal stakeholders to resolve complex issues, improve processes, and ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and service level agreements (SLAs).
The role also supports AP reporting, trend analysis, reconciliations, audits, process improvement initiatives, and special projects while providing recommendations and insights to AP leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze and resolve complex accounts payable issues involving invoices, payments, vendor accounts, and discrepancies.
- Research invoice and payment activity in SAP and other systems to determine root causes of outstanding or delayed items and recommend appropriate resolution.
- Monitor and analyze AP aging, past-due activity, payment trends, and other key AP metrics to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
- Review vendor aging and past-due reports, investigate discrepancies, and ensure invoices are properly recorded and progressing through the payment process.
- Perform complex vendor statement reconciliations and investigate differences between vendor records and company records.
- Analyze recurring AP issues and exceptions to identify root causes and develop recommendations to improve processes, reduce errors, and increase efficiency.
- Prepare and maintain AP reports and analytical data for management, including identifying trends, exceptions, and areas requiring attention.
- Post, correct, reverse, and reprocess invoices in SAP when required, ensuring transactions are accurate and properly supported.
- Research and resolve discrepancies involving invoices, payments, account coding, vendor accounts, and other AP-related transactions.
- Escalate complex or high-risk issues to AP leadership with appropriate documentation, analysis, and recommended solutions.
- Collaborate with Operations, Procurement, Finance, Treasury, vendors, and other departments to resolve issues and improve end-to-end processes.
- Provide guidance to internal stakeholders regarding AP processes, invoice requirements, payment status, and resolution of AP-related issues.
- Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, analysis, reconciliations, and other requested information.
- Assist with monitoring compliance with AP policies, internal controls, and established service level agreements.
- Support system enhancements, testing, process changes, and other AP-related initiatives.
- Develop and maintain process documentation and reporting as needed.
- Participate in special projects and provide analytical support to AP leadership.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, accounting, finance, or a related analytical role.
- Experience working in a shared services or high-volume transactional environment preferred.
- Experience with SAP or another major ERP system strongly preferred.
- Experience with financial analysis, reporting, reconciliations, or process improvement preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, investigate root causes, and recommend solutions.
- Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes, invoice processing, payments, vendor accounts, and reconciliations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of complex issues through resolution.
- Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence outcomes without direct authority.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, data analysis, and reporting.
- Ability to analyze large volumes of data and translate findings into meaningful business insights.
- Experience identifying process improvement and automation opportunities.
- Strong understanding of confidentiality, internal controls, and financial data integrity.
- Ability to adapt to changing processes, systems, and business requirements.
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