Business Analyst (Accounting)
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Next Generation Inc. New York · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $94,625–$150,000.
Next Generation Inc has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Work with Accounts Payable and buyers to clear invoice and purchase order problems so vendors can be paid on time
- Track aged payables, follow up on overdue accounts under New York prompt-payment rules, and help resolve vendor disputes
- Review vendor statements and invoices, create receipts in PeopleSoft, and coordinate payment issues across project, procurement and finance teams
- Analyze spending and large datasets, flag unusual patterns, and prepare weekly reports on accounts payable activity
- Find process gaps, gather information for decisions, and alert managers when exceptions need escalation
What you bring
- At least four years working as an accounting analyst
- At least two years using PeopleSoft Finance, procurement systems or a comparable financial platform
- A strong grasp of accounts payable work and the ability to analyze financial information accurately
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Who this fits
This role suits an accounting analyst who can work independently, manage detail-heavy work under pressure and collaborate across organizational levels. The position is on-site for the first two weeks, then follows a schedule of three days on-site and two days remote in New York.
From the employer
Job Title: Business Analyst (Accounting)
Hybrid – Onsite for first 2 weeks, then 3 days onsite / 2 days remote
Job Summary:
Next Generation, Inc. (NGI), an Equal Opportunity Employer, is seeking an experienced System/Business Analyst to support the IT Workforce Strategy and Operations team. This position will perform business analysis within procurement, manage accounts payable functions, support vendor issue resolution, and assist project managers with daily business processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial systems knowledge, vendor relationship management skills, and the ability to bridge gaps between procurement, finance, and project teams.
Job Requirements:
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable (AP) to address unmatched, unvouchered, and rejected invoices.
• Support IT Finance staff with daily operational processes.
• Work with Buyers to resolve Purchase Order-related issues to ensure timely payment.
• Generate, track, and manage AP aging reports.
• Address delinquent accounts in compliance with the NYS Prompt Payment Law (30 days).
• Perform cost and spend analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Act as a liaison between Project Managers, Procurement, and Finance to expedite vendor payments.
• Review vendor statements and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Coordinate with finance to resolve vendor disputes.
• Analyze and recommend solutions for procedural gaps.
• Create receipts in PeopleSoft.
• Review and analyze large datasets for accuracy and insight.
• Prepare weekly metrics reports summarizing AP transaction trends.
• Perform invoice reviews and coordinate resolution with vendors/service providers.
• Develop formal (letters) and informal (emails) correspondence.
• Identify and report exceptional patterns in data.
• Collect and organize data to support decision-making.
• Notify appropriate managers of critical exceptions or escalations.
Required Skills:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 4 years of experience in an accounting analyst role.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with PeopleSoft Finance, Procurement, or similar financial systems.
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes.
• Functional experience with financial systems (PeopleSoft, Oracle preferred).
• Experience with project-based financial management, budgeting/forecasting, or auditing is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work across all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and execute effectively in a high-pressure environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Accuracy and attention to detail in high-volume environments.
• Ability to perform financial analysis using various financial tools and systems.
Job Benefits:
• Competitive Hourly rate range based on experience of approximately $75-$85 an hour USD
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