Accts Payable Financial Analyst Sr/UKHC

Job Title
Accts Payable Financial Analyst Sr/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE54749

Working Title
Accounts Payable Financial Analyst Senior/UKHC (Remote)

Department Name
H4017: UKHC Controller

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
10

Salary Range
$48,360-81,328/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

4 years

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods of time occasional travel to/from HealthCare business offices in Lexington, KY

Shift

Primarily Days (Monday – Friday)

Job Summary

This role is accountable for validating analyst outputs, directing work priorities, and ensuring the effectiveness of controls, reporting, and process improvements across the Accounts Payable function. This senior position leads Accounts Payable analytics and benchmarking efforts, including development and analysis of key performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting to support leadership decision-making and period-end close activities. The position analyzes invoice exceptions, spend patterns, and vendor payment activity to identify trends, anomalies, and discount opportunities, and proactively resolves payment issues impacting invoice settlement. Responsibilities include leading quality assurance and compliance activities through routine invoice audits, duplicate payment reviews, and preparation of monthly reports for management. The position also leads process improvement initiatives and special projects, partnering with AP Operations, Information Technology, and other enterprise stakeholders to optimize invoice workflows, automation, and controls, and supports implementation of new processes, systems, and strategic initiatives as assigned by leadership. The Accounts Payable Financial Analyst Senior provides day-to-day functional leadership and work direction to AP Financial Analysts, including prioritization, problem-solving guidance, and knowledge sharing. Reviews analyst outputs and provide feedback to improve accuracy, consistency, and analytical quality. Serves as a resource for complex questions and promote standardization of processes and best practices. Reinforces accountability and ownership within the analyst team through ongoing guidance and support.

This is a remote position.
There is an internal candidate being considered.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Financial Analysis and critical thinking
• Attention to detail and control orientation
• Ability to translate data into executive insights
• Process improvement mindset
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Leadership

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree + 4 Years Experience in Healthcare Accounting and/or Accounts Payable

Deadline to Apply
06/16/2026

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