Senior Vendor Receivables Analyst

Position Summary:

The Senior Vendor Receivables Analyst tracks and reports vendor income through meticulous analysis, reconciliation, and collaborative problem-solving.
Serves as a key driver of the vendor income reconciliation process, providing critical analytical support to Finance Leadership, Marketing, and Procurement teams. Drives process improvement, contributes to strategic projects, and ensures the accuracy of our financial records.

What you will do:

• Payment Reconciliation: Lead the reconciliation of vendor payment records, ensuring that discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner.

• Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements by identifying inefficiencies, recommending changes, and implementing solutions to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the vendor receivables function.

• Complex Dispute Resolution: Handle high-level vendor disputes by analyzing transaction records, collaborating with internal teams, and providing timely resolutions.

• Account Reconciliation: Ensure accurate and thorough reconciliation of vendor accounts, including performing general ledger account reconciliations and variance analyses.

• Reporting & Analysis: Support reporting efforts related to vendor receivables, analyzing data for trends, and providing insights that inform decision-making and process improvements.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with procurement, accounting, and other internal teams to ensure smooth operations and effective resolution of vendor-related issues.

• Compliance and Documentation: Ensure adherence to company policies and financial controls in all activities related to vendor receivables, maintaining accurate records for audit and compliance purposes.

• Support Supervisor: Assist the Vendor Receivables Supervisor with departmental initiatives, process changes, and reporting, contributing to the overall success of the team.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered) required PLUS 2 or more years of full-time related work experience post high school.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, payment reconciliation, and vendor receivables management.

• Ability to independently resolve complex issues, identify trends, and implement effective solutions to recurring problems.

• Proficient in using ERP systems (preferably SAP) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.) for analysis and reconciliation.

• Proven ability to provide guidance to other team members, fostering skill development and process understanding.

• Strong focus on accuracy and thoroughness in reconciling accounts and reviewing vendor transactions.

• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

• Embraces change and drives continuous improvements in response to evolving business needs.

• Strong communication skills to effectively work with internal teams and vendors, ensuring smooth resolution of issues.

• Expertise in identifying inefficiencies and implementing improvements to enhance the vendor receivables process.

• Approaches vendor concerns with a solutions-focused mindset while maintaining professionalism and a customer-first attitude.

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and SQL skills is beneficial for generating insights and improving reporting capabilities.

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.