Senior Accounts Payable Analyst

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.

Essential Duties

As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:

• Serve as a subject matter expert for accounts payable processes, systems and controls.
• Monitor outsourced partner's performance on key tasks to ensure SLA's are being met, including Service Now tickets.
• Manage, monitor and run payment cycles if needed, including ACH, check, and credit card payments; research and resolve payment issues including stop payments, voids, reissues and escheatment.
• Review, research and resolve invoice and payment exceptions in our ERP system and the Online Document Center (ODC), identifying root causes and reducing future exceptions.
• Provide guidance to our offshore team and internal customers relating to vendor maintenance activities including vendor setup, updates, sanctions screening, address validation and 1099 compliance.
• Perform vendor statement reconciliations and ensure credits and outstanding memos are properly applied.
• Support and manage month-end close activities, including reconciliations, accrual support, checklist completion and deadline communications.
• Act as first-level escalation for complex AP, P-Card, Chrome River (Emburse) and helpdesk issues that junior team members or outsourced partners cannot resolve.
• Partner with outsourced service providers (e.g., WNS) to monitor performance, clear open liabilities, resolve aged items and ensure SLAs are met.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries and ensuring compliance with policies and controls.
• Assist with system enhancements, testing, upgrades and process improvements in collaboration with IT and P2P leadership.
• Provide training, guidance and cross-training to team members and outsourcing partners on AP processes, best practices, and system usage.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive financial and vendor information.
• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Judgment and Decision-Making

Demonstrates the ability to work independently, applying sound judgment to daily activities while recognizing high-risk or material issues and escalating appropriately

• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving

Utilizes strong analytical skills to identify discrepancies, resolve complex issues, and drive accurate, timely financial outcomes

• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

Communicates clearly and effectively in both verbal and written formats, with the ability to influence, collaborate and coach remote team members

• Organization and Priority Management

Exhibits exceptional organizational skills, effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Experience and Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 6-10 years of progressive accounts payable or procure-to-pay experience
• Strong knowledge of invoice processing, payment cycles, vendor maintenance and month-end close
• Experience working with ERP systems (PeopleSoft preferred) and document management platforms
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, lookups); proficiency in Word and Outlook
• Experience supporting audits, 1099 processing and compliance activities
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization and external vendors
• Familiarity with Service Now, PeopleSoft, and Emburse, although not required, are a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with minimal supervision
• Experience working with offshore outsourcing companies is a plus
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership
• Ability to lead meetings/conference calls across multiple facets of the organization and with vendors
• Ability to properly prioritize daily activities and understand accounting issues in a complex corporate structure

Pay Range:

71,010.00 - 88,762.50

Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals - at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program

• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay

• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift

• Tuition Reimbursement

• In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee's position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.

• Some benefits have eligibility requirements

Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.