Remote New

Accounts Payable Analyst

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), employee discount
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
1400 Baltimore Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 15, 2025
Guided by our core values and commitment to your success, we provide health, financial and lifestyle benefits to ensure a best-in-class employee experience. Some of our offerings include: Highly competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits as well as a 401(k) plan that both the employee and employer contribute Annual incentive bonus plan based on company achievement of goals Time away from work including paid holidays, paid time off and volunteer time off Professional development courses, mentorship opportunities, and tuition reimbursement program Paid parental leave and adoption leave with adoption financial assistance Employee discount program Job Description Summary: The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for ensuring financial data integrity relating to invoices, purchase orders, purchase requisitions and supplier contracts. This position provides timely and accurate Accounts Payable (AP) coding reviews and approvals to ensure both accurate accounting and efficient processing. This position is a subject matter expert possessing a thorough understanding of end-to-end procure-to-pay financial activities. Job Description Reviews and assigns account coding to supplier contracts, purchase orders, requisitions and supplier invoices Prepares and tracks accounts payable aging and other departmental reports Partners with Accounting team to ensure accurate 1099 reporting related to supplier payments Partners with Tax Consultant to ensure proper tax applicability decisioning on supplier invoices Understands financial statement impacts, timing and recording related to all procure-to-pay activities Maintains accounting documentation and supporting tools and job aids used enterprise-wide Assists with complex invoice preparation and automation Provides subject matter expertise, reporting, and support for month-end close and special projects Reviews expense reports, travel and entertainment (T&E) card, and procure-ment card (P-card) usage to ensure compliance with corporate policy Identifies strategic improvements that provide increased efficiencies and streamlined reporting Collaborates with key internal partners such as the Controller organization, FP&A, and Sourcing, Procurement & Legal Operations Other responsibilities as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in accounting, finance, accounts payable and/or procurement Ability to effectively interpret and apply customer/vendor contracts and agreements Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Exceptional attention to detail Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City 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.