Lead Analyst - Accounts Payable

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Job Title: Lead Analyst - Accounts Payable

In office Location: Portland, ME or Orange, CT

Reports to: Manager, Accounts Payable

The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $26.98 - $33.72/hr

JOB SUMMARY:

Scope of Work - Main duties, settings, geography, reporting relationships, other relationships:

The Lead Analyst - Accounts Payable assists in the coordination of activities in the Avangrid General Administration Department for the Avangrid General Administration Management Team. This role is essential to ensuring compliance with Avangrid policies and procedures within the Iberdrola Group. This role is essential to ensuring the accurateness, efficiency, and effectiveness of Avangrid General Administration activities meet or exceed the Corporate Standard.

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Scope of work - range of responsibilities):

Provides transactional support for activity related to Accounts Payable which may include payment processing, maintaining vendor master data, researching and resolving invoice discrepancies or issues, processing vendor invoices and supporting the Accounts Payable staff.
Prepares analysis and ad-hoc data requests as needed in addition to Internal and External Audit support with ample opportunity for review by Management previous to any internal or external deadlines
Remains current concerning new developments in the area of SAP system processes and controls.
Performs General Administration SOX Controls.
Follows accounting policies, proposes technical recommendations and provides assistance to management and others.
Reviews and is knowledgeable of General Administration functional procedures related to administration processes.
Assists with Administration projects related to continuous improvement and other ad-hoc assignments as required.
As a member of the Avangrid General Administration Team, this position supports Avangrid Administration Management as required, driving delivery of Administration objectives.
Ensures adherence to policies, criteria and procedures established by Purchasing, Tax, Finance and Administration Departments, identifying discrepancies and proactively working to improve alignment with the model beyond purely transactional duties, to comply with the need for US Business Control and Management approval

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline including but not limited to Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration and at least 8 years of experience. The equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience in understanding accounting principles, control procedures, especially in areas related with accounts payable.
Experience in payment concepts, SAP ERP systems and MS Office.

Skills/Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal skills
Analytical competence and technical skills
Able to interact effectively with all levels of staff
Ability to work independently
Ability to exercise critical thinking & listening skills
Ability to provide feedback and resolution to problems and issues

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Company:

AVANGRID MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLC.

Mobility Information

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.

At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com.

Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.

Job Posting End Date:

May-4-2025

Average salary estimate

$63000 / YEARLY (est.)

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What You Should Know About Lead Analyst - Accounts Payable, iberdrola

Join Avangrid Management Company, LLC as a Lead Analyst - Accounts Payable in either Portland, ME or Orange, CT, where you'll play a vital role in our General Administration Department. In this dynamic position, your primary responsibility will involve coordinating various activities under the guidance of the Manager, Accounts Payable. The Lead Analyst will ensure that our operations adhere to the strict compliance standards set forth by Avangrid and the Iberdrola Group, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in our internal processes. Your day-to-day activities will include providing critical transactional support, processing vendor payments, managing vendor data, and resolving invoice discrepancies. You'll have the chance to dive into data analysis and support both internal and external audits, all while keeping up-to-date with any SAP system innovations. With a focus on continuous improvement, you'll assist with administration projects that elevate our procedures beyond typical transactional duties. This role not only requires a solid foundation in accounting principles and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field but also the ability to think critically and communicate effectively across different levels of the organization. If you're ready to embrace new challenges and are driven to contribute towards our goals, we encourage you to apply today and be part of our dedicated team!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Lead Analyst - Accounts Payable at Avangrid Management Company?

As the Lead Analyst - Accounts Payable at Avangrid Management Company, your primary responsibilities include managing accounts payable transactions such as payment processing, maintaining vendor master data, and resolving discrepancies in invoices. You'll also conduct data analysis and provide audit support, ensuring compliance with internal policies and standards across the Iberdrola Group.