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Accounts Payable Analyst

LightPath
$50,000- $60,000
United States, New York, Bethpage
Feb 21, 2025
Accounts Payable Analyst Job ID: 1264873200 Location: Bethpage, NY 11714 Lightpath is one of the largest competitive local exchange carriers in the tri-state area. Weown and operate our infrastructure "from the ground up" by deploying over 20,000 route miles connecting 13,500 on-net/LIT buildings. With a strong portfolio of cutting edge solutions for Internet, WAN, Voice, SD-WAN, Security & Cloud services, we enable Enterprise customers of all sizes the ability to react to new challenges while developing best practices for the future. With Lightpath's continued focus on network excellence and a "customer first" service commitment, we are building a workforce of the best talent that will meet the needs of our customers and reflect the diverse communities we serve. Job Summary The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for receiving and processing a high volume of invoices via direct input to Oracle or via an automated method. This position may also be responsible for various Vendor Management or Disbursement functions such as update/maintenance of the vendor master file, invoice reconciliation, vendor inquiries, and processing of payments. Responsibilities Reviews and processes high-volume invoices on a timely and accurate basis, including specialized procedures for select vendors/types. Uses advanced Microsoft Excel skills to manipulate les from other departments or vendors for upload in Oracle EBS (E-Business Suite); analyzes data from various ad hoc reporting as requested. Reconciles daily processing to ensure invoices are ready for payment; coordinates and releases payments via ACH (Automated Clearing House - Direct Deposit) or live check. Communicates with nancial institutions to research and resolve payment discrepancies. Suggests and assists in the implementation of operational process improvements. Ensures vendor master le is accurate and up to date through regular communication with vendors and internal contacts; perform due diligence via public record websites as needed. Reviews invoices against Purchase Orders; researches and resolves any discrepancies. Responsible for maintenance of the Payables database. Follows record retention guidelines to ensure compliance with Federal and Company requirements; enforces Company policies and procedures and upholds confidentiality standards. Develops and manages ongoing working relationships with vendors and Lightpathemployees at all levels to maximize the efciency of the department. Qualifications High school diploma required; Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred. Prior Accounts Payable experience required, including experience with high volume processing. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience with Vlookup, Macros, and Pivot Tables. Microsoft Access and Oracle EBS experience preferred. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Lightpath is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Lightpath collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law. This position is identified as being performed in/or reporting to company operations in New York State. The pay range at the time of posting in the specified locations is $50,000- $60,000/year. Pay ranges are supplied in compliance with New York State law. Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience.