Job Description:

CooperVision, a division of CooperCompanies (NASDAQ:COO), is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses. The Company produces a full array of daily disposable, two-week and monthly contact lenses, all featuring advanced materials and optics. CooperVision has a strong heritage of solving the toughest vision challenges such as astigmatism, presbyopia and childhood myopia; and offers the most complete collection of spherical, toric and multifocal products available. Through a combination of innovative products and focused practitioner support, the company brings a refreshing perspective to the marketplace, creating real advantages for customers and wearers. For more information, visit www.coopervision.com

The Accounts Payable Analyst will be responsible for the analysis and research of invoices as well as their operational workflows; for multiple business divisions.  Provide SME training and guidance for Accounts Payable and IProc partners in the organization.   Leads month-end reconciliation process applicable to various interfaces, enabling accurate reporting of A/P financials on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. The Accounts Payable Analyst role will interact organization-wide, including senior leadership when appropriate, departmental directors regularly, as well as external audit and vendors.  Works cross-functionally when needed and where applicable.  Subject matter expert with Accounts Payable and IPROC ERP systems for multiple ERP Systems, and document retention systems.  The consequences of errors in this role could have a significant impact, affecting the organization’s financial position.

 

Job Summary: 

This Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for; Problem resolution requiring subject matter expertise related to Accounts Payable and IProc systems. Researches and resolves purchase to pay goods received not invoiced (GRNI) and other complex, AP-related scenarios that cause process bottlenecks. Will interface with the Audit Department to fulfill annual audit requirements. Operates within all applicable AP systems and workflows and performs numerous, AP month-end close activities, and transactional processing in various ERP systems.  Monitors and acts on transactions involving open purchase orders.  Uses extensive experience and expertise in the local ERP system and associated tools to develop and implement solutions for a myriad of accounts payable and purchase-to-pay problems. The Accounts Payable Analyst is expected to possess and utilize technical and process knowledge to perform daily tasks and in support of strategic initiatives.  

 

Essential Functions & Accountabilities: 

1. Responsible for North American Shared Service Center accounts payable processes.  

• Research and audit invoices requiring timely problem-resolution expertise.   


• Leads regular review of all AP interfaces for operational accuracy and process efficiency.


• Conducts expert research and analysis in the maintenance of Accounts Payable and IProc files


• Collaborate with multiple levels of internal and external partners regarding Corporate Policy, vendor terms, status, the resolution of invoice discrepancies, and sub-ledger inquires.


• Transactional applications in various ERP systems.  

2.  Leads month-end procedures for multiple CooperVision entities.   

• Conducts verification analysis and assures AP disbursements are in balance with ERP’s. 


• Completes month-end Accounts Payable closing process, ensuring all stated requirements are met.


• Supervises the interfacing and facilitating of invoicing for various ERP system and resolving any problems that arise.


• Conducts the GRNI reconciliation, maintaining accuracy at all times. 

3.  Execute vendor maintenance in multiple divisions.   

• Leads the vendor set-up and change process of various systems and multiple divisions. 


• Troubleshoots highly complex issues that arise for all Coopervision entities.  

4.  Provide SME/leadership/training/troubleshooting to Accounts Payable internal and external customers.   

• Interfaces with and advises all departments related to Accounts Payable and the P2P workflows.


• Subject matter expert for various ERP Systems. 


• Works with financial systems to evaluate the practicality and participates in the development and/or enhancement to support efficient and effective workflow and operations.


• Functions as a “lead” for reconciling various account coding for invoice posting. 


• Provide training and leadership to the Accounts Payable business process and will perform triage activities involving IProc situations.   


• Provides subject matter expertise to branches of the organization implementing for Accounts Payable and IProc.  

5. Project Participation and Support

• Collaborates with business users and IT to help define processes and gather requirements that meet business needs. 


• Functions as a liaison to IT for process development, problem resolution, etc.


• Identifies issues and manages resolution, escalating when appropriate. 


• Coordination across functions and business areas to help drive the resolution of issues and mitigation of risks.


• Develop strong, collaborative relationships with all internal and external partners.

 Travel Requirements:  

Some local travel may be required

 

Qualifications 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

 

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. 


• Possesses a strong understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounting, and Procurement. 


• Self-motivated team player with a passion for continuous improvement and, the ability to adjust quickly to changing business requirements and needs. 


• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with all levels of employees. 


• Highly organized, and detail-oriented, with the ability to multi-task, plan, and prioritize work. 


• Ability to gather and analyze data, develop solutions, and evaluate results. 


• Ability to digest complex information and communicate to others in a logical and actionable manner. 


• Ability to utilize project management skills and tools to assist in driving tasks and strategic initiatives, to successful delivery.   


• Proficiency in MS Office tools with strong Excel skills.


• Knowledgeable with various ERP systems, workflow automation programs, and T & E       systems. 

Work Environment: 

• Sedentary to light physical effort necessary to perform the job. 


• Extensive computer work

 

Experience: 

• At least 5 years of Accounts Payable experience in a Shared Service Model desired.


• Minimum 3 years of Oracle or other large ERP Accounting systems.  

 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Information systems required.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting base pay for this role is between $55,711 and $74,281 per year and may include cost of living adjustments.  The actual base pay includes many factors and is subject to change and modification in the future.  This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation and benefits.

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