Analyst - Accounts Payable

Analyst - Accounts Payable

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

Energy Transfer is looking for an Analyst-Accounts Payable to join our Shared Accounting team in Dallas. We encourage a culture of inquiry by always asking why, transforming data into meaningful information, and leveraging technology to streamline our processes

The accounts payable analyst maintains reporting, analysis and data integrity

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Assists accounts payable leadership with system projects
• Maintains accounts payable metrics reporting
• Manages accounts payable third-party trade, GRIR and reconciliation accounts
• Assists with 1099 reporting and inquiries
• Perform all Alteryx reporting accurately and timely daily
• Obtains, reviews and submits Winshuttle spreadsheets
• Perform invoice review sampling for PO and NPO processing to assist AP supervisors with the quality reviews, and remediation for invoice errors.
• Review the Xelix Invoice Error and Duplicate log in detail, identifying the specific type of error
• Validate that the correct action is assigned for each error and provide a report to Leadership to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintains files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
• Assists in month end closing
• Assists with audit inquiries and responses where appropriate
• Handles all phone calls and correspondences related to invoices and disbursements
• Performs other duties as assigned

Key Attributes

• Consistently fulfills commitments, maintains transparency, and meets deadlines effectively
• Works well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, responding to change with professionalism and a positive solution-oriented attitude
• Significant level of personal accountability and ownership to identify and addresses issues with minimal oversight, and suggests innovative solutions for process improvement
• Embraces and adapts to changes with enthusiasm, contributing to a culture of innovation and efficiency
• Takes initiative to learn various systems and processes
• Exhibits a strong sense of ownership and resolves issues, including coordinating with other teams/functions as needed and communicates effectively
• Cultivates and maintains productive relationships with internal counterparts to enhance process improvements that are in the best interest of the company
• Navigates stressful situations professionally, aiming for optimal outcomes
• Accepts feedback professionally and translates it into positive changes in behavior and performance

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's Degree (Accounting or Finance preferred) or equivalent experience
• Experience: 2-5 years of full-cycle Accounts Payable

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Required Skills:

o SAP knowledge required

o Must be organized, dependable and a team player

o Attention to detail, ability to prioritize work/projects and have a high sense of urgency are required

o Strong written and verbal communication skills

o Availability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

o Flexible to work overtime during peak periods

o Must adhere to the highest standards of ethical behavior

• Technical Skills:

o Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and be comfortable with computers in general

• Preferred Qualifications:

o Bachelor's Degree (Accounting or Finance preferred) or equivalent experience

o OpenText experience or similar workflow system

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing
• Occasional overnight travel may be required