Invoice Processing Analyst

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an Invoice Processing Analyst, you will be responsible for processing vendor and intercompany invoices in Oracle Accounts Payable, coordinating exception resolution, and continually ensuring invoices are approved for payment.

The Role 

Excellence

• Receive and scan all invoices including pre-coded invoices, with or without a purchase order
• Utilize scanning/imaging solution interface to Oracle AP
• Code invoices where there exists sufficient information to make a determination
• Coordinate routing for coding and approvals for all other non-purchase order invoices
• Perform 2 & 3 way matching on invoices with associated purchase orders
• Successfully handle most non-routine issues, and escalate to management issues that cannot be resolved
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with targets
• Plan and organize work so that Service Level Agreement objectives are realized
• Contribute ideas and actions towards the continuous improvement of processes within area of influence
• Understand and apply Towers Watson’s Accounts Payable processes, policies, procedures and internal control standards

People

• Interface with other GFS teams to ensure compliance with cross-team responsibilities
• Make strong contributions to the productivity of the team.
• Work effectively within the team dynamic
• Recognize and communicate potential issues to team leader as appropriate; suggest viable solutions for improvement 

The Requirements

·  Oracle (or other ERP platform) Accounts Payable experience 
·  Experience in shared services/internal service delivery role desirable 
·  Understanding of accounting processes 
·  Skilled in customer service interactions/ability to communicate with professional image/customer-focused mindset through various channels (e.g. phone, e-mail, etc.) 
·  Being adaptable to learn new processes, concepts, and skills 
·  Ability to interpret and analyze financial data 
·  Good data entry skills 
·  Ability to pay attention to detail 
·  Ability to resolve exceptions and disputes 
·   Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines 
·  Demonstrate high degree of interpersonal, coaching facilitation and negotiating skills 
·  Ability to work in a team as well as independently 
·  Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
·  Ability to be flexible with position duties and scope of work 
·  Strong knowledge of MS Excel 
·  Proficiency in MS Word, Access, and Powerpoint 
·  Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

The Company

Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 40,000 employees serving more than 140 countries. We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas – the dynamic formula that drives business performance. Together, we unlock potential. Learn more at willistowerswatson.com.

Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer

Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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