Accounts Payable Analyst

Accounts Payable Analyst – Phoenix, AZ Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst who will process vendor invoices, resolve discrepancies, and provide general accounting assistance in a highly automated environment. Essential Functions: Process vendor invoices and credit memos, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Collaborate with internal and external customers to resolve intricate processing discrepancies and source missing information. Respond to inquiries from various levels of management promptly and professionally. Provide general accounting assistance for accurate coding of invoice and credit transactions, identification of prepaid assets, accruing for unrecorded liabilities, and identification of taxable vs. non‑taxable transactions. Initiate workflow approval requests for pricing or quantity discrepancies and/or missing information. Reconcile vendor statements and resolve pricing/quantity discrepancies with limited supervision. Own the generation and analysis of month‑end reports, ensuring timely and accurate reporting for the accounts payable function. Support special projects as needed. Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in accounts payable, processing vendor invoices and credit memos in excess of 1,000 documents a month with high variability. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Experience interacting with external and internal customers supporting the prompt resolution of inquiries. General accounting knowledge, including purchase order and non‑purchase order processes. Proficient understanding of three‑way and two‑way matching processes. Experience processing accounts payable for a manufacturing business is nice to have. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with accounts payable automation tools and software. SAP experience preferred. Experience with vendor setup and maintenance is a plus. Strong judgment and attention to detail to ensure accuracy. Ability to multitask and maintain pace with processing metrics and deadlines. Willingness to learn quickly in a fast‑paced environment and take responsibility for professional development. Strong customer service skills and a positive, team‑focused attitude. Compensation: $55,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year. Equal Opportunity Employer: Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr