Accounts Payable Analyst

Accounts Payable Analyst

This entry level position is for an Accounts Payable Analyst providing direct support to our internal and external customers within the Lockheed Martin supply chain. Analysts are expected to independently research issues and resolve complex errors across a broad range of technical and financial topics. Analysts must be able to work effectively in a close team environment, placing the mission and the team objectives first. Analysts must be able to support tight deadlines on a continuous basis driving positive results in key AP metrics while adhering to policies and procedures. The analyst will be expected to master various AP processes while providing excellent customer service and maintaining frequent contact with business partners. Additional responsibilities will be assigned as necessary. Core work is cyclical and follows a schedule, but at times this role contains a dynamic component which requires the ability to quickly adapt to new processes and deliver high quality work under pressure. Occasional weekend support may be required on an as needed basis especially during peak times including year-end and month-end closing. Analysts must be comfortable adapting to new technology in a constantly changing and complex financial world. Accounts Payable is located within our larger Global Financial Services (GFS) organization which provides core finance and services to all areas of Lockheed Martin in the United States and around the world. In GFS, all analysts are expected to develop and maintain strong relationships with our internal customers by delivering critical services at a very high degree of accuracy on a daily basis. GFS places a high emphasis on lean operations, and analysts are expected to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Responsibilities may also include, but are not limited to the following :

• Support the capture and processing of invoices from our suppliers and internal customers.
• Support our internal and external customers by responding to requests on a broad range of topics related to supply chain operations. Supporting the resolution of AP Help Desk inquiries is a large component of this position.
• Support resolution of invoices in process to resolve errors and ensure timely payment to our suppliers.
• Perform root cause analysis to investigate and resolve complex financial issues to prevent the aging of payables.
• Other duties include the support of requests, providing payment status, supporting adhoc requests for reporting, ERP system issue analysis, process improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

What's In It For You : From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security.

Lockheed Martin provides the resources and the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus! If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you!