Beam Suntory is Crafting the Spirits that Stir the World. Rooted in two centuries of family heritage, Beam Suntory has evolved into the world's third largest leading premium spirits company ... where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Beam Suntory is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.

 

 

Procure-to-Pay Analyst - Accounts Payable  

 

The following position is open in Louisville Kentucky, United States.

 

What makes this a great opportunity?

The Accounts Payable (AP) Analyst ensures and supports Beam Suntory controlled procure to pay operating procedures, invoice processing and account reconciliation, along with continually seeks ways to improve process efficiency and identify cost savings opportunities. The A/P Analyst will support North America entities with some international directives, including project support. The Analyst will work closely with the GBS PTP Manager, A/P Supervisor and our team of A/P Analyst to identify process improvements, along with supporting cross-functional teams.

 

This is a Great Opportunity because:

• Flexibility to improve and develop processes
• Advancement opportunities
• Gain experience in a company with global presence
• Exposure to different aspects of the Procure to Pay functions (Procurement, Payables, & Treasury)
• Working with a broad range of internal and external customers
• Gain experience working with SAP, Readsoft, HANA and Concur

 

Role Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle from receipt of invoice to payment; including coding invoices, matching purchase orders, obtaining approval, and entering the invoices into SAP
• Establish updated and robust vendor profiles and monitor accounts for accurate and guaranteed payment
• Communicate with vendors and internal customers to meet invoice processing requirements
• Investigate and resolve problems associated with processing of invoices
• Reconcile vendors and payables to resolve and identify errors in posting and incorrect accounting practices
• Support daily/weekly/monthly reporting metrics as well as ad-hoc reporting needs
• Process monthly accounts payable journal entries and handle balance sheet reconciliations
• Collaborate in continuous improvement projects & cross training within GBS and its P2P functions, including but not limited to; internal/external Salesforce inquiry resolution/audits, PR/PO support
• Develop strong partnerships to our internal and external customers/vendors

 

Qualifications & Experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Associates Degree or international equivalent
• 2-7 years related experience in procure to pay activities
• Ability to meet deadlines in high paced environment
• Problem solving & customer service skills

 

Preferences:

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite including Excel and Outlook
• SAP experience highly valuable
• Excellent problem resolution and diplomacy skills; able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to meet strict deadlines

 

 

  

At Beam Suntory, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Beam Suntory is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.